Chinema Chiliboyi

CURRICULUM VITAE Mr. Chinema Chiliboyi Email:-Phone: - PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Results-driven Data Scientist and Data Engineer with extensive experience in data analysis, database management, big data platforms, and business intelligence. Proficient in designing and implementing data pipelines, ETL processes, and cloud-based solutions to optimize data processing and reporting. Skilled in Python, SQL, Apache Airflow, Apache Spark, and Snowflake, with expertise in integrating and automating data extraction, transformation, and visualization. Strong background in data systems management with a track record of leveraging data-driven insights for policy formulation, program optimization, and system re-engineering. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders and technical teams to align data solutions with organizational goals, ensuring efficient decision-making and strategic growth. TECHNICAL SKILLS • • • • • • • • Programming & Data Tools: Python, Java, JavaScript, Shell scripting, APIs Database Management: SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL Data Warehousing & Big Data: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Snowflake, Apache Kafka, Apache Airflow Business Intelligence: Tableau, Power BI, Apache Superset Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), AWS Data Engineering: Data pipelines, ELT processes, Database modeling, Data streaming, Database security Workflow Orchestration & CI/CD: Apache Airflow, Git, GitHub Actions Regulatory Compliance: Data governance, knowledge of PII anonymization and security best practices WORK EXPERIENCE Center for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) Job Title: Data Engineer / Strategic Information O_icer Dates: 2021 – 2025 • Designed and implemented scalable data pipelines and ETL solutions to streamline data extraction, transformation, and integration across multiple systems. • Developed and maintained workflow orchestration using Apache Airflow, automating data extraction and reporting processes. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on data modeling and database optimization using PostgreSQL and MySQL, improving query performance by 40%. • Led data governance initiatives, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with organizational standards. • Integrated real-time data from external APIs and built dashboards using Tableau and Apache Superset for improved data visualization. • Provided technical support for database administration and stakeholder reporting, working closely with data scientists and analytics teams. Jhpiego Zambia Job Title: Software Developer Dates: 2018 – 2021 • • • • Developed and maintained data integration pipelines for regulatory database systems, enabling seamless communication between systems. Designed new database schemas and optimized data ingestion processes, improving data accuracy and reducing load times by 30%. Provided user training and documentation on data management and integration processes. Collaborated with external partners to integrate health information systems, ensuring interoperability and scalability. CDC - Emory University Zambia Health Workforce Project Job Title: Information Systems Specialist Dates: 2015 – 2018 • • • Built and maintained web and database applications for health professionals’ data management systems. Developed API-based integration solutions to connect external data sources with internal systems. Designed and documented new system architectures and data workflows, improving operational e_iciency. • Supervised data entry teams and supported HRH scientific research initiatives with data preparation and reporting. EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND • • MSc Data Science: University of East London (2023 to date) Bachelor’s degree in computer science: University of Zambia (2010 to 2014) REFEREES 1. Mr. Vikwato Kamanga Senior Strategic Information O_icer Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) Phone: -. Mr. Songolo Shebo Senior Data Coordinator Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ) Phone: -. Mr. Christopher Chishimba Senior Information Technology O_icer General Nursing Council of Zambia Phone: -