Joseph Gambino
About Joseph Gambino
Joseph Gambino is a Senior Data Scientist at IDEO, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in mechanical engineering and data science, with previous roles at companies such as Northrop Grumman and Verena Solutions, focusing on integrating data science with civic issues in Chicago.
Current Role at IDEO
Joseph Gambino currently serves as a Senior Data Scientist at IDEO, a position he has held since 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he focuses on integrating data science with civic issues, particularly in the areas of public transit and freedom of movement. His work includes leading the development of a custom staff and inventory management tool using React for research experiments. Gambino also manages a field office and conducts design research interviews to adapt experiments for various projects.
Previous Experience in Data Science and Engineering
Before joining IDEO, Gambino worked at Verena Solutions as a Lead Product Designer and Mechanical Engineer from 2015 to 2017. He developed a custom ETL package using SQLAlchemy to streamline data extraction and consolidation from internal ERP systems. His earlier experience includes roles at Northrop Grumman Corporation as an Engineer from 2014 to 2015 and as a Co-op Engineer at ITW in 2011 and 2012, where he contributed to various engineering projects.
Educational Background
Joseph Gambino studied at Northwestern University from 2009 to 2014, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, along with a Certificate of Design and a Co-op Certificate. In 2017, he furthered his education by completing a Data Science Bootcamp at Metis, which lasted for three months. This educational foundation supports his current work in data science and engineering.
Passion for Civic Issues
Gambino has a strong interest in applying data science to address civic issues, particularly focusing on public transit and freedom of movement in Chicago. His commitment to these areas is reflected in his professional projects and research initiatives, where he seeks to leverage data for community improvement.
Achievements in Project Development
Throughout his career, Gambino has led significant projects that demonstrate his expertise in data science and engineering. He built a traffic simulation model to analyze drive-thru customer flow and employee utilization, which showed improvements in service efficiency. Additionally, he has managed the development of tools and models that enhance operational processes in various settings.