Avancini
Senior Software Engineer | Physicist | Python Specialist
Professional Summary
Experienced and entrepreneurial Software Engineer with a strong focus on Python backend development, AI/ML applications, and big data processing. Proven track record delivering robust and scalable solutions using FastAPI, Flask, web scraping frameworks, and cloud-native technologies. Skilled in data extraction, automation, and handling large datasets in cloud environments. Adept at working in cross-functional, remote-first teams with excellent English fluency.
Experience
Senior Software Engineer
Thoughtful AI – USA (Remote)
Jul 2023 – Present
- Architected and implemented backend services using FastAPI, contributing to highly scalable and maintainable applications.
- Developed ETL pipelines and LLM-powered AI agents to improve internal productivity and decision-making.
- Built data analytics solutions leveraging AWS S3, Lambda, Quicksight, and PostgreSQL.
- Created internal Python libraries and tooling to enhance code reuse and team efficiency.
- Led the delivery of multiple AI/ML-driven projects, working closely with product and research teams.
Software Engineer
Thoughtful AI – USA (Remote)
Jun 2023 – Jul 2024
- Designed Python automation systems using RPAFramework, API reverse engineering, and Selenium.
- Integrated LLMs into data pipelines for smarter document and system interactions.
- Improved healthcare process accuracy, automating complex workflows end-to-end.
- Collaborated across technical and non-technical teams to deliver high-impact automation.
Python Developer – Data Team
KarHub – São Paulo, Brazil (Remote)
Jan 2022 – Jun 2023
- Developed web scraping pipelines using Selenium and Flask/FastAPI to collect and parse diverse data sources.
- Created robust ETL systems for internal and external data products.
- Automated repetitive tasks using RPA principles and Python.
- Built and maintained serverless data workflows with AWS Lambda and Airflow.
- Engineered asynchronous message handling with RabbitMQ, enabling real-time processing.
Nonlinear Dynamics Researcher
UNESP – Rio Claro, Brazil
2017 – 2020
- Translated and optimized scientific code from FORTRAN to Python.
- Conducted statistical analysis and simulations on chaotic models using Python.
- Produced clear, visual insights with Matplotlib and GnuPlot.
Technical Skills
- Languages & Frameworks: Python, SQL, Flask, FastAPI, Java
- Web Scraping: Selenium, BeautifulSoup, Playwright (learning), Scrapy (familiar)
- Cloud & Infra: AWS (Lambda, S3, Quicksight), Docker, Kubernetes (learning)
- Tools & Data: Pandas, PostgreSQL, Airflow, RabbitMQ, Git
- AI/ML: LLMs (OpenAI), AI Agent development, prompt engineering
Education
UFRGS – Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
Bachelors in Physics
2020 – 2022
UNESP – São Paulo State University
Bachelors in Physics (interrupted)
2017 – 2020
Stanborough School – Hertfordshire, UK
International Student
2015
Available for remote positions only – fluent in English – open to US-based roles.