We are Astrafy
Astrafy started in 2022 in Geneva between ex-colleagues (and now great friends) that shared extensive passions and expertise in data technologies. Our common vision was to create a data consulting company, one that builds data solutions for all different kinds of businesses to bring their data to the next level.
We were also driven by founding a consulting company that differs from the mainstream consulting companies. We wanted a consulting firm with a startup mind, and above all, no politics.
With the growth of modern data stack, the lack of dedicated consulting companies in that niche sector and our expertise on the topic, we saw it as the perfect opportunity to start our own company.
We were also confronted during our past projects to the difficulties for companies to select the right tools to tackle data engineering topics. Overwhelmed by hundreds of solutions that all state they can do it all, it becomes complicated to pinpoint what technologies are the right ones for your use cases. With our experience and knowledge of the market we have decided to focus our stack on a few top-notch technologies that are emerging as the market leaders for the years to come. Our expertise in those technologies enables us to carry out incredible gains for companies that swift from an old stack to a modern stack. For the ones already on a modern stack, our expertise help attaining those last miles to gain an outstanding competitive advantage.
Our desire with Astrafy is to create a new type of consulting company, one that encompasses open-source by design (see our company handbook that is fully public) and that is deeply centered on the well being of our employees.
Looking ahead, we are committed to remain on the lookout for the next innovative and exciting technologies that will revolutionize the data world. The world is changing at a fast pace and, as a modern consulting company, our strength lies in evolving at the same pace.
As far as our markets are concerned, we have roots in Europe where we have grown and spent a big part of our lives. We are also attached to Africa where a lot of us have relatives living. We are also convinced that Africa has a huge potential in the coming years in terms of data projects. Fast internet through optical fibers permits many companies to leverage the cloud and it is only a matter of years before Africa knows the same cloud heat that has spread over developed countries.
Last but not least, we want to integrate education within our service offering via a dedicated coding bootcamp. This will allow dozens of motivated candidates to jump-start their career in a sector in shortage of talents.
If our journey sounds exciting to you, do not hesitate to get in touch. We would love to talk to you.
Our team
Charles Verleyen
CEO & Lead Architect
Co-Founder
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Andrea Bombino
Head of Data Engineering
Co-Founder
Kevin Serrano
Head of DataOps
Co-Founder
Kamil Bennani-Smires
Head of Advanced Analytics
Co-Founder
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David Peitinho
Data Engineer
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Hoai Nam Nguyen
DevOps/DataOps Engineer
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Alejandro de la Cruz López
ML engineer
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Łukasz Ściga
Data Engineer
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Armanto Kotsiai
DevOps/DataOps Engineer
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Loïc Chamberlin
Data Engineer
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Nawfel Bacha
Data Engineer
Charles Verleyen
CEO & Lead Architect
Co-Founder
Passionate about business and technology in general, Charles has an international experience after having worked and lived for long periods in Mexico, Congo and various cities around Europe. He started working as a data engineer in 2017 and since then has become an avid coder, passionate architect and data guru. His mix of soft and hard skills give him the ability to switch between leadership and technical roles when required.
His mantra:If someone else can do it, I can do it.
Andrea Bombino
Head of Data Engineering
Co-Founder
Andrea is Data geek with a background in computer science and a strong track record at various international companies as a data engineer. He has been living in various countries around Europe but remains a dire representative of Italian culture.
His mantra: Strive for continuous improvement instead of perfection.
Kevin Serrano
Head of DataOps
Co-Founder
With a strong background in computer science and multiple experiences in international companies, Kevin has mastered the arts of various engineering fields. Starting as a security engineer, he then expanded his skills in scalable web applications, DevOps and data engineering.
His mantra: When you have to do something more than once, automate it.
Kamil Bennani-Smires
Head of Advanced Analytics
Co-Founder
Kamil is passionate about computer science with a strong expertise in Machine Learning. His curiousness keeps him on top of the latest technologies in that domain.
His mantra: There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation and hard work.
David Peitinho
Data Engineer
David started his career path as a researcher in the field of Bio nanotechnology but, for a long time, technology and data were his main motivation factors. He has been interacting with many topics such as ETL, Data Modelling, CI/CD, Test automation, and Google Cloud. He is also quite curious about many subjects regarding science, technology, and gaming.
His mantra: Don’t fear the unknown, it’s just a box full of new adventures and opportunities.
Hoai Nam Nguyen
DevOps/DataOps Engineer
Nam is originally from Vietnam and is passionate about coding and building data systems. He has started coding at a very young age.
During his previous working experience as a Software Developer, he has become very grateful to use open-source technologies and since then he has given back by contributing to some open-source projects. And this is actually one of the main reasons why he has decided to join Astrafy.
His mantra: Focus on being productive instead of busy.
Alejandro de la Cruz López
ML engineer
Alejandro is driven by a sense of purpose and a desire to make a difference. He is passionate about data, entrepreneurship, and using technology to make a positive impact in the world.
From a young age, he was fascinated by the endless possibilities that computers offer and developed his first piece of software at 16. His love for data and his desire to help solve some of the world's pressing problems led him to pursue a career in the field.
His mantra: Focus on progress, not perfection.
Łukasz Ściga
Data Engineer
Łukasz Ściga is a highly skilled data engineer, with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from AGH University of Science and Technology and a Master's degree in Video Game Development from Jagiellonian University. With a passion for technology and innovation, Łukasz has a proven track record of delivering results in challenging data environments and has experience in both the ecommerce and consulting worlds.
His mantra: The more you learn, the more you grow, the more you know."
Armanto Kotsiai
DevOps/DataOps Engineer
Armanto is passionate about DevOps and learnt it all by himself. He comes from a business background and has decided to switch career a few years back and has since become a great engineer.
During his free time, Armanto likes playing chess, traveling and spending quality time with friends and family.
His mantra: You can do anything you set your mind to.
Loïc Chamberlin
Data Engineer
Loïc is curious by nature, which makes him interested in many fields. He has a strong mathematical and physics background that has its usefulness for problem solving. Developing solutions that are innovative, are thrilling him. That is one of the reasons he decided to join Astrafy.
His mantra: Practice makes perfect.
Nawfel Bacha
Data Engineer
Nawfel is a highly motivated individual with a strong passion for technology and its impact on the world, particularly the field of Big Data. With a solid background in Mathematics and Computer Science, he joined Astrafy with the aim of pursuing a career in data engineering and leveraging his technical and problem-solving skills to solve real-world problems.
In his free time, Nawfel indulges his love for travel, exploring new cultures, and creating unforgettable memories.
His mantra: Work smarter not harder