About Me

I'm a data professional with 6+ years of experience in Healthcare, Program Evaluation, and Research. My passion lies in leveraging data to enhance community health and education initiatives, with a focus on creating equitable opportunities for all.

Leon Moraes

Professional Journey

A career built on continuous learning, technical excellence, and a commitment to social impact

Career Timeline

Data & Program Manager

2022 - Present

United Way for Greater Austin

Leading data initiatives to enhance community health and education programs. Managing program evaluation, data collection systems, and impact measurement for multiple community initiatives.

Program Evaluation Data Management and Analytics Child Care Services

Data Analyst III

2021 - 2022

Qlarant

Analyzed CMS Medicare claims data to identify patterns of healthcare fraud, waste, and abuse. Developed predictive models that supported investigations and improved detection accuracy.

Healthcare Analytics Predictive Modeling Statistical Analysis

Data Analyst

2018 - 2021

The Measurement Group

Helped programs secure SAMHSA funding and evaluated program performance using data analytics. Developed dashboards and reports to support data-driven decision-making for public health initiatives.

Research Methods Statistical Analysis Data Analysis and Visualization Program Management

Core Expertise

How I Work With Data

I help teams turn messy, real-world data into decisions. Most of my work lives at the intersection of analytics, program evaluation, and social impact.

Data & Analytics
  • • Build end-to-end data pipelines
  • • Clean and model messy datasets
  • • Design analyses that answer real questions
Program Evaluation
  • • Translate program goals into metrics
  • • Design dashboards for non-technical users
  • • Tell clear stories with complex data
Social Impact & Systems
  • • Work with health & education data
  • • Support frontline staff & leadership
  • • Build tools people actually use day-to-day

Technical Skills

Python R SQL Machine Learning Statistical Analysis Data Visualization Big Data Tools Program Evaluation

Tools & Technologies

Pandas Scikit-learn TensorFlow Tableau Power BI Jupyter Git AWS

Education & Certifications

Continuous learning and professional development are key to staying current in the evolving field of data science and machine learning.

Education

M.S. in Computer Science

In Progress

Specializing in Statistics and Machine Learning with a heavy focus on research.

Machine Learning Statistics Mathematics

B.S. in Psychological Sciences - UCI

Completed

Undergraduate degree with focus on statistics, research methods, and Psychology.

Statistics Research Methods Quantitative Analysis

Professional Certifications

Python Programming Professional - UCI

Credly Badge

Advanced Python programming certification covering data structures, algorithms, and application development.

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Databases and ETL Certification - UCI

Credly Badge

Comprehensive certification in database design, management, and ETL processes for data integration.

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Statistics and Data Analytics - UCI

Credly Badge

Advanced certification in statistical methods, data analysis techniques, and analytical frameworks.

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Beyond Data

Life is about balance. Here's what keeps me grounded and inspired outside of work

Soccer

I’ve been playing soccer for over 20 years. There’s nothing like the feeling of running the field, kicking a ball, and just enjoying the game the way I did as a kid.

Fitness & Martial Arts

I'm currently focusing on boxing and Brazilian jiu-jitsu while also weightlifting. I enjoy sports in general and it just makes me happy to get out there, sweat, move around, and build a community with like minded people.

Reading

Science fiction, true crime, and poetry are my go-to genres. Currently reading 'How I came to Know Fish - Ota Pavel'.

Digital Nomad

I've spent the last few years traveling as a digital nomad and budget explorer. Meeting people from all walks of life has broadened my perspective and deepened my understanding of the challenges and stories shaping different communities.

Gaming

First-person shooter games are my favorite. I grew up playing Counter Strike in a lan house near my school in Brazil and since then I haven't let go of it.

Poetry & Spoken Word

I live for poetry and spoken word. Sometimes goofy, but always heartfelt. It's a powerful way to express challenges, dreams, and the human experience.

Let's Work Together

I'm always interested in discussing machine learning projects, collaboration opportunities, or how we can use data to make a positive impact.