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Vaia Apostolou

Vaia Apostolou

Thessaloniki

Summary

Proven champion in data analytics and engineering, adept in Python and PostgreSQL, with a track record of delivering generative AI products and advanced SRE automations. Skilled in machine learning (ML), Natural Language Processing, and AWS solutions. Expert in building scalable, reusable components and predictive models to optimize operational efficiency, providing data-driven decisions and enhancing product quality across various sectors.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Data Scientist - AI & SRE

Pfizer
10.2021 - Current
  • Leading the development and deployment of AI Models using Generative AI technologies, enhancing operational efficiency by 80%
  • Architected AWS-based solutions for scalable and reusable automation components, optimizing infrastructure performance.
  • Implemented ML models to enhance predictive monitoring and system reliability.
  • Directed the Analytics Strategy for SRE Automations and ML products through data-driven insights.
  • Built interactive dashboards in Tableau, Grafana, and SPLUNK improving visibility into system performance and audit metrics.


Data Scientist

DECA Games
08.2020 - 07.2021
  • Built ML models for KPI trend prediction across game elements, improving product quality and user engagement.
  • Optimized analytics pipelines, enabling real-time performance tracking through custom dashboards.
  • Collaborated with product teams to implement predictive insights, boosting player retention rates by 15%.

Data Scientist - Business Analyst

Ministry Of Labour And Social Affairs
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Developed pension plan prediction models supporting policy formulation.
  • Applied linear regression and demographic analysis to forecast pension liabilities over 20 years.
  • Presented findings to policymakers through interactive dashboards, driving evidence-based decision-making.

Data Scientist

Seveloft
01.2018 - 06.2018

Developed predictive models and insights that substantiated data-driven business approaches and decision-making

Financial Analyst

HSBC Bank
06.2017 - 10.2017
  • Analyzed compliance and risk data, ensuring regulatory alignment and data accuracy.
  • Contributed to the development of risk assessment frameworks through data validation and reporting.

Education

Master of Science - Banking And Finance

International Hellenic University
Greece
02-2020

Bachelor of Science - MBA And Data Science

University Of Macedonia
Greece
06-2017

Skills

  • Programming: Python, R, SQL and Java
  • Analytical Tools: Tableau, Power BI, BigQuery, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, GitHub, Microsoft Office Programming: Python, R, SQL and Java Cloud & Project Management: AWS solutions for Data engineering manipulating and monitoring Leading data-driven projects Communication & Soft Skills: Team-player, problem-solver, adaptable and quick learner
  • Cloud & Project Management: AWS solutions for Data engineering manipulating and monitoring Leading data-driven projects
  • Communication & Soft Skills: Team-player, problem-solver, adaptable and quick learner

Languages

Greek
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Manager, Data Scientist - AI & SRE

Pfizer
10.2021 - Current

Data Scientist

DECA Games
08.2020 - 07.2021

Data Scientist - Business Analyst

Ministry Of Labour And Social Affairs
04.2019 - 04.2020

Data Scientist

Seveloft
01.2018 - 06.2018

Financial Analyst

HSBC Bank
06.2017 - 10.2017

Master of Science - Banking And Finance

International Hellenic University

Bachelor of Science - MBA And Data Science

University Of Macedonia
Vaia Apostolou