Jamie Sgro
About Jamie Sgro
Jamie Sgro is a Data Engineer with experience in developing tools for data discovery and analysis. He has held various roles in data management and research, including positions at Mitacs, Correlation One, and the University of Waterloo.
Work at Fraym
Jamie Sgro has been employed at Fraym as a Data Engineer since 2021. In this role, Sgro collaborates with data scientists to develop tools that facilitate internal data discovery and analysis. Sgro's work also involves contributing to the integration of various data types, including household surveys and satellite imagery, into AWS-based data management systems. This position is based in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Sgro holds a Master of Arts in Global Governance from the Balsillie School of International Affairs, which was completed in 2019. Prior to this, Sgro earned a Bachelor of Environmental Studies with Honours in International Development from the University of Waterloo in 2018. This educational background provides a strong foundation in data analysis and governance, which is reflected in Sgro's professional roles.
Professional Background
Jamie Sgro has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in data engineering and research. Prior to joining Fraym, Sgro worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at the University of Waterloo from 2019 to 2021. Sgro also co-founded Sangwa Solutions, where they served as Project Manager and Consultant from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, Sgro has experience as a Data Automation Consultant at Grosche International Inc. and as a Mortgage Specialist at MCAP.
Research Experience
In 2018, Jamie Sgro participated in the Mitacs Accelerate Scholarship program as a Research Intern, working at the Balsillie School of International Affairs and McMaster Innovation Park. Sgro also served as a Globalink Scholarship Recipient and Guest Researcher at Mitacs in 2019 for three months in Bonn Area, Germany. These experiences contributed to Sgro's expertise in data analysis and research methodologies.
Consulting and Collaboration
During their career, Jamie Sgro has engaged in consulting roles that involved collaboration with business development and client-facing teams. At Correlation One, Sgro worked as a Consultant from 2020 to 2021. This role included enhancing external data delivery options, showcasing Sgro's ability to bridge technical data work with client needs.