Akira T.
About Akira T.
Akira T. is a Data Engineer with extensive experience in data lineage, quality, and trust initiatives. He currently works at Afterpay and the University of Melbourne, where he also engages in seasonal teaching.
Work at Afterpay
Currently, Akira T. serves as a Data Engineer at Afterpay, a position held since 2022. In this role, Akira focuses on initiatives related to Data Lineage, Data Quality, Data Catalog, and Data Trust through Entity Resolution. Akira has developed a metadata framework for Afterpay's Global Data Platform, which automates the capturing of metadata. This work contributes to the overall efficiency and reliability of data management within the organization.
Current Roles at University of Melbourne
Akira T. holds multiple positions at the University of Melbourne. Since 2019, Akira has been a Head Tutor and Tutor, engaging in seasonal teaching focused on data science and engineering topics. Additionally, since 2021, Akira has worked as a Data Science Industry Project Coordinator, overseeing projects that bridge academic knowledge with industry applications. These roles highlight Akira's commitment to education and the integration of practical skills in academic settings.
Previous Experience in Data Engineering
Prior to current roles, Akira T. accumulated extensive experience in data engineering. Akira worked at DXC Technology as a Lead Data Engineer, specializing in Python ETL, from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, Akira served as a Data Engineer Consultant at DXC Technology in 2020 and contributed as a Digital Jobs Instructor for the Melbourne State Government of Victoria in 2021. These positions provided Akira with a solid foundation in data engineering practices and project management.
Education and Expertise
Akira T. studied at the University of Melbourne, earning a Bachelor of Science with a focus on Data Science from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, Akira completed VCE (ATAR) at Melbourne High School from 2014 to 2016. Akira possesses expertise in cloud services, DevOps, Business Intelligence (BI), Data Warehousing (DWH), and advanced analytics, which contribute to a comprehensive skill set in data engineering.
Guest Speaker Engagements
In 2022, Akira T. participated as a Guest Conference Speaker at DataEngConfAU for one month. This engagement reflects Akira's involvement in the data engineering community and showcases a commitment to sharing knowledge and insights with peers in the industry.