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Hilton Cardoso de Oliveira

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Senior Director, Data Science | Head of Data Solutions and Engineering in LAC at Visa
📍 United States

Hilton Cardoso de Oliveira is the Senior Director and Head of Data Solutions and Engineering for LAC at Visa. He specializes in building AI-enabled analytics, scalable ML solutions, and robust data foundations. He holds an MBA and a recent certification in Applied Agentic AI for Organizational Transformation.

Colleagues describe him as a professional with immense talent, knowledge, organization, and focus, highlighting his deep expertise in the credit risk cycle. He has recently shared reflections on the importance of building a lasting legacy beyond professional goals and deadlines, emphasizing what truly matters in the long run.

He is a two-time winner of Visas Technical Innovation Award, recognized for his work in both Portfolio Management and Authorization.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Senior Director, Data Science | Head of Data Solutions and Engineering in LAC
Job Level
Senior
Location
United States
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Applied AI Solutions
Leads the development of AI and ML solutions at Visa. He recently posted about the practical implementation of AI with CRM systems and the importance of an AI-first culture.
Data Engineering
His role centers on managing data foundations, designing robust architectures, and creating scalable data pipelines across Latin America and the Caribbean.
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Career

Work history

11-2022
Senior Director, Data Science | Head of Data Solutions and Engineering in LAC
Visa
8-2020 - 11-2022
Data Science Director | Visa Consulting & Analytics | Brazil
Visa
6-2018 - 8-2020
Data Science Manager | Visa Consulting & Analytics | LAC
Visa
1-2017 - 5-2018
Credit Policy Coordinator for Digital Channels (Checking Accounts/Credit Card/Overdraft Limits)
Banco Itaú
1-2016 - 1-2017
Credit Processes Coordinator
Banco Itaú
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Education
2015 - 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
FIA - Fundação Instituto de Administração
2012 - 2012
Credit Scoring
FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas
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