Pablo Zambrano

Pablo Zambrano

$70/hr
Data Engineer | Business Analyst | Cloud Automation Specialist
Reply rate:
-
Availability:
Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
Age:
36 years old
Location:
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Experience:
5 years
PABLO ZAMBRANO LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pablo-zambrano Victoria, Australia ABOUT MYSELF I’m an IT professional with a background in the hospitality industry, bringing a strong combination of technical depth, customer-centric thinking, and excellent communication and presentation skills. Over the past few years, I’ve specialised in ETL, cloud infrastructure, and automation solutions, working across Linux, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Ansible, and Python to design, deploy, and support enterprise environments in Azure, with some hands-on experience in AWS. My experience includes leading full-scale deployments, containerising applications, and developing automation scripts that simplify complex operational tasks. I enjoy solving problems that sit at the intersection of people and technology. SKILLS Cloud & Infrastructure: Azure, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Linux (Ubuntu), Networking, Storage, Load Balancing, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) Operating Systems: Linux(Ubuntu), Windows, macOS Tools & Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Trello, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Slack Data & Reporting: SQL, Excel, SAS Visual Analytics Automation & Scripting: ETL & Databases: Pentaho(Kettle),MariaDB, MySQL, Python (automation, API integration, CLI tools), Bash Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL scripting, CI/CD pipelines, Container orchestration Collaboration & Delivery: Agile / Scrum, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Trello, Stakeholder communication & documentation Web Languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript Version Control & Dev Tools: GitHub, GitLab PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE PBT Group Australia Data Engineering Consultant February 2023 – June 2025 Junior Data Analyst January 2022 – February 2023 Cloud & Automation Projects Led the design, deployment, and automation of SAS Viya environments on Microsoft Azure, leveraging Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) for container orchestration and Terraform and Ansible for Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Configured networking, storage, and security components to ensure scalable and compliant cloud operations. Worked directly with customers to perform AKS and SAS Viya upgrades, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth version transitions in production environments. Developed and maintained Git repositories to standardise deployment code, enable version control, and promote reusability across multiple client projects. Managed Linux-based environments, mounting Azure storage volumes on host machines, configuring certificates, and troubleshooting networking, resource allocation, and access issues. Implemented containerisation and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes, deploying open-source applications such as Superset, Keycloak, and custom Python automation tools. Created and managed Jira ticket workflows for customers to submit requests, providing continuous technical support, troubleshooting, and resolution throughout deployment and maintenance phases. Authored detailed technical documentation and delivered customer training sessions on deployment processes, upgrades, and best practices for cloud environments. ETL Framework & Data Migration – Medisoft to OpenEyes (Open Source Project) Designed and automated a complete ETL framework using Pentaho (Kettle) to migrate clinical data from Medisoft (SQL Server) to OpenEyes (MariaDB), an open-source ophthalmology system. Automated the setup of Pentaho environments, Git repositories, and containerised databases using Docker on Linux servers, enabling fast, consistent deployments across customer environments. Developed Python dashboards to monitor migration progress and performance metrics, improving visibility of key indicators throughout the ETL process. Performed ETL performance tuning through Java memory optimisation and infrastructure scaling, identifying the optimal CPU and RAM configurations for each migration. Led log analysis and troubleshooting to resolve data and transformation issues, ensuring integrity and accuracy during migration. Collaborated closely with stakeholders to align technical delivery with business requirements, ensuring successful project outcomes and knowledge transfer. Supported Agile project management through Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint, coordinating tasks, documentation, and sprint planning. HYATT HOTEL CORPORATION – GLOBAL CONTACT CENTRE PACIFIC Distribution Services Assistant Manager – Hotel and Field Support October 2021 – December 2021 Managed the Distribution Services (Data Services) team for the Southeast Asia and Pacific region, overseeing rate loading, availability, and system connectivity across Hyatt booking channels, OTAs, and GDS platforms. Part of the Hyatt Global Build Team, responsible for new hotel onboarding and system integrations, ensuring full connectivity and data accuracy across global booking and partner systems. Collaborated with technical and regional stakeholders to resolve distribution and system-related issues, maintaining service reliability and performance. Business Leader, Distribution Services Learning Development and Customer Service August 2019 – October 2021 Member of the Hyatt Global Learning and Development Team, collaborating with international leaders to plan and deliver initiatives across global contact centres. Led training and upskilling programs for new and existing contact centre staff in the Pacific region, including Loyalty Program Specialists, Guest Care Advocates, and Social Care (Social Media) teams. Supervised a team of 19 customer service professionals, ensuring operational quality, guest satisfaction, and adherence to Hyatt’s global service standards. Handled and resolved high-level guest escalations via multiple channels (voice, social media, ServiceNow), improving customer satisfaction and service response efficiency. Developed and implemented strategies to enhance communication, training, and cross-team collaboration across global and regional operations. EDUCATION Monash University Boot Camps Certificate of Completion, Computer Programming – Full Stack Web Development William Angliss Institute Bachelor’s Degree, Tourism and Hospitality Management LANGUAGES English (Fluent) Spanish (Fluent) ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND INTERESTS Open source technologies, Cloud automation, Continuous learning, Aviation technology and safety systems, Music performance and collaboration REFERENCES Available upon request.
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