Leonardo Cintra
AI Engineer | Data Scientist Sr
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- [email protected]
- linkedin.com/in/leonardo-cintra-64a486103
- leonardocintra.com
Summary
Expert Data Scientist with over 5 years of experience in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, specializing in the logistics and growth sectors — including some of Latin America's largest logistics companies. I'm skilled at leading complex projects, from traditional models (pricing, churn, anomaly detection, forecasting) to advanced LLM and GenAI solutions. I excel at bridging technical and business teams, leading multidisciplinary teams, and autonomously driving strategic initiatives from diagnosis to delivery.
Core Competencies
- LLM / RAG / GenAI
- Pricing Models
- Optimization & Prescriptive Analytics
- A/B Testing & Causal Experimentation
- Churn Prediction
- Fraud & Anomaly Detection
- Statistical Modeling
- Forecasting & Time Series
- Product Analytics
- Python
- Machine Learning
- PySpark
Experience
Mevo
Data Scientist Sr
Oct 2025 — Present- LTV Modeling: Developed Lifetime Value (LTV) models, providing foundational metrics to define and optimize CAC/LTV ratios across different customer profiles.
- Propensity & Coupon Modeling: Built conversion propensity models to optimize coupon allocation. Established targeted coupon policies for customer acquisition and reactivation based on CAC/LTV thresholds.
- Customer Persona Clustering: Engineered data-driven personas, mapping clinical profiles, generation, gender, and social class to enhance user understanding and targeted marketing.
- Recommendation Systems Sellers: Designed a seller recommendation engine based on individual purchasing behaviors, optimized to maximize take rate and overall profitability.
- Product Analytics & A/B Testing: Partnered closely with the Product team to design, execute, and track A/B tests, validating hypotheses and guiding data-driven product decisions.
Afya
Data Scientist Sr
Aug 2024 — Sep 2025- Developed an elasticity-based pricing model that balanced commercial and business interests, maximizing returns by defining optimal price points. This model was applied to strategic decision-making.
- Co-developed a GenAI chatbot with RAG and an evaluation model, significantly accelerating responses to medical inquiries and expanding access to medical content.
- Built a churn prediction model for undergraduate students (Logistic Regression and XGBoost), utilizing SHAP for explainability. The insights supported strategic retention decisions.
Core Skills: RAG, Langchain, Langsmith, XGBoost, Pricing Model, Logistic Regression, Scikit-learn, Statsmodel, SHAP
Clubbi
Data Scientist Sr
Feb 2024 — Aug 2024- Modeled pricing in the logistics marketplace via A/B testing and logistic regression, identifying elasticity and incremental revenue opportunities.
- Developed demand forecasting models for the marketplace, improving inventory accuracy and commercial planning.
- Developed predictive customer churn models using machine learning, supporting retention and growth actions.
Core Skills: A/B Testing, Pricing, Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Scikit-learn, Statsmodels
Data Analytics Coordinator
Dec 2022 — Jan 2024- Modeled anomaly detection algorithms to identify fraud and enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed a real-time demand forecasting model integrated with dynamic pricing, maximizing commercial performance.
- Performed data analytics and BI for logistic costs, losses, and routing optimization.
- Led 5 stakeholders through key projects and initiatives.
Core Skills: Anomaly Detection, Dynamic Pricing, Demand Forecasting, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Leadership, Scikit-learn
Rappi
Data Analytics Coordinator
Apr 2022 — Dec 2022- Modeled the impact of promotions (markdown) using logistic regression to predict conversion and optimize campaigns.
- Coordinated customer churn modeling projects at Rappi, guiding retention and growth decisions.
- Led strategic planning with C-level executives, translating OKRs to steer data projects.
- Managed and aligned 3 stakeholders.
Core Skills: Logistic Regression, Churn Modeling, Campaign Optimization, OKRs, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Scikit-learn
Data Scientist Sr
Jun 2021 — Mar 2022- Modeled courier earnings using logistic regression, leveraging forecasts and A/B tests to evaluate the impact of promotions and compensation.
- Developed courier fraud detection models, strengthening controls and reducing operational losses.
- Led a cost optimization plan through densification with the commercial team, analyzing distance and minimum nearby store count to maximize operational efficiency.
- Modeled modal mix optimization per city, improving resource allocation and logistical efficiency.
- Crafted a plan to boost acceptance rates after identifying discrepancies between in-app linear distance and actual distance, adjusting metrics and processes accordingly.
Core Skills: Logistic Regression, Forecasting, A/B Testing, Fraud Detection, Cost Optimization, Logistics, Operational Efficiency, Data Analytics
Data Scientist Sr
Feb 2021 — May 2021- Optimized the store waiting time algorithm, correcting post-pandemic distortions and enhancing operational predictability.
- Led a plan with the commercial team to optimize the volume vs. polygon trade-off, monitoring key metrics and analyzing impact on revenue and costs.
- Guided a plan with the product team to ensure user safety, eliminating improper code sharing between customers.
Core Skills: Algorithm Optimization, Data Analytics, Business Metrics, Product Security, Operational Efficiency, Impact Analysis
BAT
Data Analytics Sr
Jan 2020 — Feb 2021- Analyzed e-commerce data at BAT, supporting the ramp-up of new digital clients, retention, and churn.
- Evaluated promotions and developed a B2B benefits program.
- Reduced operational costs by decreasing sales representative visits.
Core Skills: Data Analytics, E-commerce, Customer Retention, Churn, Promotions, Benefits Programs, Cost Reduction
Data Analytics Mid Level
Jan 2019 — Dec 2019- Optimized delivery channels and digital expansion at BAT, focusing on POS analytics (acquisition, retention, frequency, AOV).
- Translated commercial goals into actionable strategies for the digital channel.
Core Skills: Data Analytics, Digital Expansion, POS Analysis, Acquisition, Retention, AOV, Commercial Goals
Data Analytics Jr
Jul 2017 — Dec 2018- Played a key role in cascading commercial objectives, performed analyses of partnership portfolio categories (activation, margin), and contributed to the strategic definition of digital expansion.
Core Skills: Goal Breakdown, Portfolio Analysis, Partnerships, Margin, Digital Expansion, Commercial Strategy
Education
- PUC-Rio — B.Sc. Industrial Engineering2019
Languages
Portuguese (native) · English (full professional)




