Kenneth Kaufmann
About Kenneth Kaufmann
Kenneth Kaufmann is a Data Engineer at Swish Analytics in San Francisco, specializing in data ingestion and aggregation for major sports leagues. He holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Science in Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering, and an MBA, and is actively involved in tech communities.
Work at Swish
Kenneth Kaufmann has been employed at Swish Analytics as a Data Engineer since 2016. In this role, he specializes in managing data ingestion and aggregation pipelines for major sports leagues, including the NBA, NFL, NHL, and MLB. His work involves developing dynamic web scrapers using BeautifulSoup and Selenium to automate data collection processes. Kenneth utilizes Airflow and PM2 for effective ETL management, ensuring efficient data workflows within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Kenneth Kaufmann holds a Master of Science in Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, which he completed from 2011 to 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Bentley University between 2015 and 2017. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Union College, graduating in 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in data engineering and analytics.
Background
Kenneth Kaufmann has a diverse professional background in data analysis and engineering. Before joining Swish Analytics, he worked as a Statistical Analyst at Human Care Systems, Inc. for eight months in 2014. He also served as a Business Analyst at Dentaquest for five months during the same year. His experiences in these roles contributed to his skills in data management and analysis, which he applies in his current position.
Community Involvement
Kenneth actively contributes to the tech community through platforms like Gitter and participates in various Bay Area meetups. His involvement in these activities reflects his commitment to staying connected with industry trends and networking with other professionals in the technology sector.
Technical Skills
Kenneth Kaufmann employs advanced technical skills in his role as a Data Engineer. He utilizes mySQL for efficient data storage and implements advanced query optimization techniques to enhance performance. His proficiency in tools such as Airflow and PM2 allows him to effectively manage ETL processes, while his experience with web scraping technologies supports his data collection efforts.