Marco Albuquerque
About Marco Albuquerque
Work at Carta
Marco Albuquerque currently holds the position of Data Engineering Manager at Carta, where he has been employed since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as a Staff Engineer at the same company for two years, starting in 2022. His tenure at Carta includes a previous position as Senior Software Developer II from 2019 to 2022. Throughout his time at Carta, he has contributed to the development of secure self-serve data platforms and has utilized his skills in big data environments.
Previous Experience in Bioinformatics
Marco Albuquerque began his career as a Junior Bioinformaticist at the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, where he worked for one year from 2013 to 2014. This role provided him with foundational experience in bioinformatics, contributing to his understanding of data analysis in a scientific context.
Experience at Kik Interactive, Inc.
Marco Albuquerque worked at Kik Interactive, Inc. in various capacities from 2016 to 2019. He served as Developer II for three years and later as Developer III for nine months in 2019. His roles at Kik involved software development, where he gained experience in programming and application development within a fast-paced environment.
Education and Expertise
Marco Albuquerque earned a Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) degree with Honours in Bioinformatics from the University of Waterloo, studying from 2011 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with strong programming skills, particularly in Python, and a solid understanding of data engineering concepts. He possesses expertise in Apache Spark, Elasticsearch, and Amazon Web Services, which are essential tools in modern data engineering.
Skills in Data Engineering
Marco Albuquerque has developed strong skills in data engineering, particularly in building secure self-serve data platforms. He has a demonstrated history of working in big data environments, which highlights his ability to manage and analyze large datasets effectively. His technical proficiency includes advanced knowledge of Apache Spark and Elasticsearch, along with programming capabilities in Python and cloud services through Amazon Web Services.