Michael Melnick is an experienced Data Engineering Tech Lead with a proven track record in building scalable data platforms for leading financial institutions. Currently serving at N26 since August 2021, Michael leads a team of data engineers to architect high-performance data infrastructure utilizing AWS technologies. Previous roles include Data Engineering Tech Lead at Alibaba Group, where responsibilities involved managing a team to develop a data warehouse for Aliexpress Russia, and several prominent positions at Sberbank, where Michael contributed to big data product development and established a DevOps practice. Michael's career began with significant consulting experience at GlowByte Consulting, implementing large-scale BI/DWH projects across various top Russian banks. Michael holds a PhD in Mathematical Optimization and Modeling and a Master's degree in Mathematics and Statistics from the State University of Management.