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LEONARDO SIGALES
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LEONARDO SIGALES

Montevideo,MO

Summary

Accomplished Data Science & Analytics professional with over 20 years in IT, specializing in end-to-end solutions from ETL to curated datasets and dashboards. Expertise in GenAI and conversational AI workflows using Google Cloud, delivering consistent, UI-friendly outputs. Developed security-aware document retrieval flows, ensuring content protection. Strong focus on reliability and operability through structured logging, error handling, and comprehensive reporting.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Lead Data Analytics

Sabre
Montevideo, Montevideo
02.2024 - 02.2026

• Led the development of end-to-end data and analytics solutions, ensuring reliability and operability.
• Designed and integrated GenAI workflows, enhancing user experience through structured responses.
• Implemented security-aware document retrieval, prioritizing data privacy and access control.
• Built and maintained Qlik Sense dashboards, migrated dashboards to Looker, and developed data models for consistent KPIs

Innovations Lead Data Analytics

Sabre
Montevideo, Montevideo
03.2019 - 02.2024
  • Modernized reporting and analytics by rebuilding dashboards and data products, enhancing decision-making speed for the innovation & digital transformation team.
  • Designed and implemented Google Cloud ETL pipelines and curated datasets in BigQuery, feeding trusted KPIs into Qlik Sense.
  • Developed ML and GenAI solutions to support Customer Care decisions, including conversational workflows using Dialogflow CX.
  • Executed advanced analytical techniques, including Principal Component Analysis (PCA), Monte Carlo simulations, and K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), to solve complex business problems.
  • Developed ML and GenAI solutions to support Customer Care decisions, including conversational workflows using Dialogflow CX.

Incident Management Specialist

Sabre
Montevideo, Montevideo
03.2017 - 03.2019
  • Led high-severity incident bridges with impacted clients under the ITIL framework (ITIL-certified), driving structured triage and resolution alignment.
  • Coordinated information flow between resolver teams and stakeholders, ensuring consistent and timely updates throughout incident lifecycle.
  • Owned incident communications: wrote clear status updates across the full lifecycle (impact, progress, risks, ETAs, next steps).
  • Defined and monitored resolution KPIs (MTTA/MTTR, recurrence, SLA impact), supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Developed and maintained incident dashboards and analytics, tracking trends to enhance incident handling processes.

Business Analyst

Sabre Airline Solutions
Montevideo
05.2015 - 03.2019
  • Evaluate business requirements to determine feasibility, and to research and identify options in order to recommend solutions that allow translation of client requirements into features.
  • Liaise with relevant teams to ensure that all changes align with the client requirements and market expectations.
  • Consulted with teams as subject matter expert, recommending user experience initiatives that enhanced overall client satisfaction.
  • Developed weight and balance solutions for airline products.

Business System Analyst

Sabre Airline Solutions
04.2014 - 07.2015
  • Evaluated technical requirements to identify options and recommend solutions aligned with business needs.
  • Provided third level support for weight & balance software, resolving complex issues and ensuring operational reliability.
  • Developed and optimized installation packages for Load Manager, enhancing deployment efficiency.

Business Analyst Application Support

Sabre Airline Solutions
09.2011 - 03.2014
  • Managed critical issue event responses to minimize service disruptions for Sabre Airlines Solutions.
  • Facilitated onsite client interactions as a Subject Matter Expert for Sabre Airlines Solutions.
  • Trained first and second level support on advanced troubleshooting and client management strategies.
  • Developed and executed performance standards plans for new customer care division in delivery team.

Research and Development/DBA

Duodyn SRL
Montevideo
01.2010 - 09.2011
  • Administered and supported MSSQL databases and servers for Tribunal Superior de Cuentas de la Republica TCR, implementing new features and ensuring data backup.
  • Development and implementation of ASOTE, a PHP/MySQL app to track service requests for Motherboard's repair and maintenance.
  • Development and implementation of SOLAR, a Shell script program to handle a solar-powered connectivity server.
  • Researched and developed projects to enhance client services, focusing on improving user experience and satisfaction.
  • Implemented NetSupport for remote IT tasks at the National Network of CASI centers.
  • Executed technical sales initiatives targeting IT managers at key governmental companies in Uruguay, including ANTEL and LATU.

IT Manager

Uruguayan Embassy
Caracas
10.2008 - 10.2009
  • Developed and implemented Visual Basic application to streamline passport workflow processes, including requests, issuance, forms, and renewal.
  • Full restructure of the servers, internal network and workstations. Implementation of hardware and software.
  • Developed new applications and database servers using Linux OS.
  • Managed provider relationships for hardware and software services to ensure optimal support and service delivery.
  • Full restructure of servers, internal network and workstations.
  • Implementation of a new Applications Server under Linux OS.
  • Maintained and updated website www.pastaseduardo.com to enhance user experience and information accessibility.

IT Manager

Eduardo C.A.
Caracas
03.2008 - 10.2009
  • Managed relationships with providers for hardware, software, and IT services to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Implemented and managed email services to enhance communication and collaboration.
  • Acted as DBA for MSSQL 2003 and MySQL databases, maintaining data integrity and accessibility.
  • Coordinated hardware recycling processes to ensure proper disposal and repurposing of electronic waste.

IT Manager

Apex Sociedad de Corretaje Seguros
Caracas
09.2007 - 10.2009
  • Restructured servers, network, and workstations; implemented new applications and backup servers on Linux OS.
  • Managed relationships with hardware, software, and email service providers to ensure seamless operations.
  • Building and maintenance of a redundant ISP array to allow continuous operation in the face of an ISP shortage.
  • Developed and implemented Visual Basic applications to address diverse company needs.

Junior Software Developer

Dellacom
Caracas
02.2007 - 09.2007
  • Integrated e-commerce API to streamline online transactions.
  • Created software applications using MySQL and MSSQL.
  • Developed small apps and analyzed client apps to recommend enhancements.
  • Adapted GNU software and designed small databases.

Data Base Analyst

Asociación Civil Súmate
Caracas
09.2005 - 09.2007
  • Administered and analyzed large-scale databases using Microsoft SQL 2003 on Windows Server 2003, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
  • Conducted data mining and statistical analysis of databases to extract actionable insights and support decision-making.
  • Developed interface programming for queries and data analysis using Visual Basic and Visual Basic for Applications, facilitating efficient data retrieval.
  • Performed maintenance on hardware and software systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Provided technical support to customers over phone and email.

IT Support Technician

Freelance
Caracas
01.1997 - 09.2005

Education

Network Installer & Windows Networks - IT

Instituto de Capacitación Técnica Keys
Caracas, Venezuela
01-2009

Bachelor of Science - Computational Biology

Universidad Central de Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela
01-2005

Computational Biology -

Universidad Simon Bolivar
Caracas, Venezuela

Skills

  • Data analytics
  • Business intelligence
  • Machine learning
  • Google Cloud
  • GenAI integration
  • SaaS
  • Unix/Linux
  • Databases
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • Scripting (Bash and Batch)
  • Software Installation
  • Software Implementation
  • Software Troubleshooting
  • Incident management
  • Risk assessment
  • Trend analysis
  • Business Analysis
  • Scrum/Agile
  • Client relationship management
  • Client Engagement
  • Effective communication
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Bilingual proficiency
  • Weight and Balance Software

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Native
Native

Certification

Data Science & Machine Learning

Timeline

Lead Data Analytics

Sabre
02.2024 - 02.2026

Innovations Lead Data Analytics

Sabre
03.2019 - 02.2024

Incident Management Specialist

Sabre
03.2017 - 03.2019

Business Analyst

Sabre Airline Solutions
05.2015 - 03.2019

Business System Analyst

Sabre Airline Solutions
04.2014 - 07.2015

Business Analyst Application Support

Sabre Airline Solutions
09.2011 - 03.2014

Research and Development/DBA

Duodyn SRL
01.2010 - 09.2011

IT Manager

Uruguayan Embassy
10.2008 - 10.2009

IT Manager

Eduardo C.A.
03.2008 - 10.2009

IT Manager

Apex Sociedad de Corretaje Seguros
09.2007 - 10.2009

Junior Software Developer

Dellacom
02.2007 - 09.2007

Data Base Analyst

Asociación Civil Súmate
09.2005 - 09.2007

IT Support Technician

Freelance
01.1997 - 09.2005

Network Installer & Windows Networks - IT

Instituto de Capacitación Técnica Keys

Bachelor of Science - Computational Biology

Universidad Central de Venezuela

Computational Biology -

Universidad Simon Bolivar
LEONARDO SIGALES