Frankie Hayward

Data Engineer and Volunteer in Sunrise, Florida

Frankie Hayward

Data Engineer and Volunteer in Sunrise, Florida

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Over the last decade, I’ve evolved from building brand foundations to building data platforms. After five impactful years with Source Outdoor shaping marketing and operations, I pivoted deeper into tech—now leading data engineering efforts at Spirit Airlines, where I architect cloud-based analytics systems that drive e-commerce, customer insight, and operational efficiency.

I specialize in Azure, Databricks, and Adobe Experience Platform, and I thrive at the intersection of data strategy and execution. Whether I’m designing scalable pipelines, mentoring teammates, or collaborating across departments, I’m always focused on building tools that empower people to make smarter decisions.

In my spare time, I’m either diving into vintage hip hop records and comics, experimenting with home hi-fi systems, or chasing my next big idea. I still write and explore code—only now it’s more Python notebooks and infrastructure-as-code than W3Schools tutorials.

I’m always open to connecting with curious minds, especially those who share a love for tech, culture, or building things that matter.

  • Work
    • Spirit Airlines
  • Education
    • Sheridan Technical College
    • US Navy A School
    • FreeCodeCamp
    • LinkedIn Learning
    • Coursera