Sofia Melo Vasconcellos
About Sofia Melo Vasconcellos
Sofia Melo Vasconcellos is a Data Scientist with expertise in machine learning applied to hydrological studies and flow forecasting. She has a strong academic background in water resources and environmental sanitation, holding a doctorate and multiple degrees in related fields.
Work at C6 Bank
Currently, Sofia Melo Vasconcellos serves as a Data Scientist at C6 Bank, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she applies her expertise in data analysis and machine learning to enhance the bank's data-driven decision-making processes. Her work focuses on leveraging advanced analytics to improve financial services and customer experiences.
Education and Expertise
Sofia Melo Vasconcellos has an extensive educational background in environmental engineering and hydrology. She earned her Doutorado in Recursos Hídricos e Saneamento Ambiental from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, completing her studies in 2022. Prior to that, she obtained a Mestrado in the same field from the same university in 2017. She also holds a Bacharelado in Engenharia Ambiental e Sanitária from Universidade Federal de Alagoas, achieved in 2014. Additionally, she completed a Bootcamp in Deep Learning at IGTI in 2021.
Background in Research and Engineering
Sofia has a solid background in research and engineering, having worked as a Pesquisador at CNPq from 2011 to 2014. She also held the position of Engenheira Hidróloga at Fractal Engenharia e Sistemas for 11 months in 2021-2022. Her experience includes applying hydrological and hydrodynamic modeling techniques to study natural disasters, as well as utilizing machine learning for flow forecasting.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Sofia Melo Vasconcellos possesses strong technical skills in geoprocessing and programming. She is proficient in MATLAB and Python, which she applies in her work related to machine learning and hydrological studies. Her expertise enables her to develop models that contribute to understanding and forecasting hydrological phenomena.
Experience at PET - Programa de Educação Tutorial
From 2010 to 2013, Sofia was a Bolsista do Programa de Educação Tutorial at PET, where she gained valuable experience in educational and research initiatives. This role contributed to her foundational knowledge and skills in her field, supporting her subsequent academic and professional endeavors.