4+ years of hands-on experience in data-focused engineering roles (analytics engineer, data analyst, data engineer). Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Python or TypeScript. Demonstrated experience managing and integrating data layers (warehouses, pipelines, ETL, SQL) and context layers (semantic models, metadata, knowledge graphs). Experience tuning and operating AI/LLM applications (prompt engineering, RAG, context management, agent-based architectures). Track record of working directly with customers to deliver technical solutions. Exceptional communication skills and customer empathy. Bias for action, autonomy, and ownership.