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Alfonso Kim
I'm

Alfonso Kim

I create software.

A passionate backend engineer. I like to use of modern technologies to build high performance and resilient systems that function correctly.

About Me

I’m a problem-solver with a passion for creating fast and scalable solutions that meet business needs. I enjoy crafting strategies for data collection, analysis, and mining, turning complex challenges into practical results.

As a team leader, I focus on fostering collaboration to build technical products and support tools that deliver real value. I’ve worked on everything from small internal tools to large, client-facing systems, using multiple programming languages and third-party tools to get the job done.

With experience in Agile project methodologies, I’m skilled at planning schedules, defining project goals, and meeting objectives on time and within budget. My expertise includes machine learning, computer architecture, data science, analytics, and programming with tools like Java, Python, and AWS.

I’m all about building smart solutions that work!

Here are a few technologies I've been working with recently:
  • Python
  • Golang
  • Java
  • Postgres
  • MPI / CUDA
  • MySQL
  • Linux
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Hadoop / Spark
  • Machine Learning
  • Large Language Models

Experience

Lead Software Engineer - Capital One
Sept 2024 - present
I am currently working as a software developer at Capital One Bank. I design and implement CI/CD pipelines to ensure that the cloud infrastructure supporting all applications complies with all security and compliance policies.
Lead Software Engineer - EPAM Systems
Sept 2021 - Sept 2024
I worked as a Lead Software Engineer at EPAM Systems. I helped many companies modernize their cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, develop data lakes, and implement automated quality gates.
Head of Engineering - Datank AI
Oct 2018 - Oct 2019
I worked as a head of Engineering at Datank AI. Developed technical strategies and roadmaps for cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on time. Supported engineering efforts and drove continuous improvement of technological platforms.
Principal Engineer & Co-founder - Data Whisperer
Oct 2016 - Oct 2018
I co-founded Data Whisperer. I created data analytics solutions for small to medium businesses, developed technical strategy and engineering capabilities, implemented business continuity plans to align with strategic goals, oversaw the design of data-driven platforms and high-performance applications.
Engineering Lead - GMV
Oct 2016 - Oct 2018
At GMV, I led a global engineering team in collaboration with external stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, served as as a technical advisor while fostering strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams to support project success.
Sr. Software Engineer - Sm4rt
May 2007 - June 2010
At Sm4rt Predictive Systems, I designed and implemented data pipelines, machine learning infrastructures, and ultra-low latency systems to analyze complex datasets, optimize operational efficiency, ensure reliability under high loads, and develop fraud detection algorithms for banking transactions.

Education

August 2013 - May 2016
Master of Science in Computer Science
Instituto Tecnologico Autónomo de México
GPA: 9 / 10
Jul 2015 - Aug 2015
Short-Term Scholar
Texas A&M University, Parasol Lab
Contributed to the development of parallel sorting algorithms in STAPL.
August 2002 - May 2007
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering
Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, CCM

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