
Resume
Data analyst with a solid foundation in Python and experience in scientific research. Skilled in data wrangling, exploratory analysis, and visual storytelling. Recently completed a data-driven project analyzing trends in urban ecology research. Brings a researcher's rigor and a programmer’s problem-solving mindset to uncover insights and support decision-making. Actively growing expertise in analytics tools and statistical methods.
Experiences
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Game Programmer and Designer ⠂03/2022 - 11/2023
Developed character controllers, gameplay objects, and mechanics in Unity, enhancing user experience and playability.
Programmed UI elements and menus, optimizing for designer usability and seamless interaction.
Implemented AI behaviors and gameplay interactions, contributing to engaging and dynamic gameplay.
Collaborated with artists and designers, translating broad game ideas into actionable features and creating visually stunning, engaging games.
Led design brainstorming sessions, contributing innovative ideas for core game features and player experience.
PUC-Rio/JBRJ
Scientific Researcher ⠂03/2014 - 07/2019
Development and execution of scientific research on urban ecology with emphasis on how urbanization directly impacts local fauna.
Quantified the impact of urbanization, and alien species on native fauna, and generated data-driven conclusions to support mitigation strategies
Collaborated with senior scientists and juniors to obtain varied points of view, and followed the scientific method to develop research
PUC-Rio
Teaching Assistant ⠂08/2012 - 07/2016
Assisted teachers during classes, helping setup equipment and tutor
Held private or small group sessions to help students with any subject they were struggling
Skills
Programming: Python ⠂CSS ⠂HTML ⠂ C# (for Unity Engine)
Tools & Technologies: Git ⠂Perforce ⠂SQLite ⠂PostgreSQL ⠂SQL
Education
Udemy: 100 Days of Code – Python Pro Bootcamp ⠂04/2024 - 06/2025
Harvard edX: CS50: Introduction to Computer Science ⠂01/2024 - 03/2024
Kwantlen Polytechnic University: Advanced Game Development ⠂03/2022 - 11/2023
Escola Nacional de Botânica Tropical: M.Sc. in Applied Ecology ⠂03/2017 - 07/2019
Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro: Bachelor’s in Biology⠂02/2012 - 07/2016