Santiago Yllera
About Santiago Yllera
Santiago Yllera serves as the Crypto Market Research Lead at Chainlink Labs, a position he has held since 2021. He has a background in engineering and has previously worked in various roles, including business operations at Airbnb and operations management at Move24 Group GmbH.
Current Role at Chainlink Labs
Santiago Yllera serves as the Crypto Market Research Lead at Chainlink Labs. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's efforts in the blockchain and cryptocurrency sectors. His role involves analyzing market trends and providing insights that support strategic decision-making within the organization. Working remotely, he engages with various teams to enhance Chainlink's offerings in the decentralized finance space.
Previous Experience at Airbnb
Prior to his current role, Santiago Yllera worked at Airbnb as part of the Business Operations & Analysis team from 2016 to 2020. Based in London, United Kingdom, he spent four years in this position, where he focused on operational efficiencies and data analysis to support business growth. His experience at Airbnb provided him with valuable insights into the tech and hospitality industries.
Educational Background in Engineering
Santiago Yllera has a solid educational foundation in engineering. He studied at Universidad de Burgos from 2010 to 2015, where he earned a graduate degree in Engineering. He furthered his studies at Faculdade de Engenharia da Universidade do Porto for one year in 2013-2014, enhancing his technical skills and knowledge in the field.
Experience in Operations Management
In 2016, Santiago Yllera worked at Move24 Group GmbH in Operations Management for eight months in Berlin, Germany. This role involved overseeing operational processes and contributing to the efficiency of the company's logistics and service delivery. His experience in operations management complements his analytical skills in market research.
Internship at FlixBus
Santiago Yllera gained early experience in the transportation sector through an internship at FlixBus in 2015. During this three-month internship in Munich, he focused on marketing and business development. This role allowed him to apply his academic knowledge in a practical setting and gain insights into the dynamics of the travel industry.