Carlos Ávila

Evaluator
DISC Type : DCS

R&D Director at GoldenBlackLlama

Guadalajara, Mexico Metropolitan Area

Overview

Carlos is the R&D Director at GoldenBlackLlama, specializing as a Cross-Functional GenAI Fullstack Data Engineer and Python Developer. He has a background in Biomedical Engineering and is described by colleagues as a proactive, talented, and an excellent team player who brings fresh ideas to challenges.

Referred to as a “Renaissance Man” for his curiosity, Carlos is a self-described “Data-Driven Gangster Poet” who explores philosophical concepts and has studied Biblical Hebrew. His personal mantra is to "Fail/Create-Measure-Learn Iterate Rapidly, " reflecting a deep interest in iterative growth and learning.

He led a team to first place in a NASA Space Apps Hackathon for a computer vision prototype that detects lunar dust.

Personality Overview

Quality Focused

Thorough Evaluator

Fast But Analytical

They are not very likely to become strong advocates of your product or service  They have a unique set of diverse traits where they are decisive and methodical but can sometimes be extra cautious and skeptical They focus on the results, but can still be quite procedural and analytical about how to get there

Topics They Care About

GenAI & Data Engineering
His current role involves leading AI-driven features and his professional title is "Cross-Functional GenAI Fullstack Data Engineer, " with extensive experience in backend development and data architecture.
Rapid Prototyping
His personal mantra is "Fail/Create-Measure-Learn Iterate Rapidly, " and his work focuses on prototyping, experimentation, and building innovative architectures.
Computer Vision
He won the NASA Space Apps Hackathon with a computer vision prototype designed to detect lunar dust and optimize robot routes on the Moon.

Media Appearances

Carlos has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
R&D Director at GoldenBlackLlama
4-2025 - 12-2025
Intelligent Systems & Automation Manager at Paystand
7-2024 - 4-2025
Data Engineer / Backend Developer at Accolite
1-2022 - 2-2024
Data Engineer / Backend Developer at AlphaPoint
1-2021 - 1-2022
Data Engineer / Backend Developer at Rever, Inc

Education

8-2013 - 8-2016
Biomedical Engineering from Universidad de Guadalajara
2019 - 2020
Biblical Hebrew – Level A from Israel Insitute of Biblical Studies

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Insights For Selling To Carlos

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them weigh the risks by sharing objective proof points instead of anecdotes and examples
  • Help them see both - the ‘big picture’ impact and the ROI of the investment
  • Showcase how you can impact results but also make sure that you share detailed information too

DONT's

  • Don’t nudge them to do something by using the logic that others have done the same
  • Avoid inviting them for any social interactions until you have built some rapport with them
  • Avoid self-deprecating references or general informality, it could decrease their trust in you

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Carlos is

  • ROI matters the most to them, followed by process and finally proof of results
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Carlos

  • They might hesitate a little, but will go ahead and say no when necessary (or asked)

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Carlos move?

  • They are unlikely to move very fast, especially when it comes to new products or services
  • Can Carlos take some risk or not?

  • They have relatively low risk-appetite and are not very likely to go for something unproven and risky

You And Carlos

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