I am a Senior Database Administrator with extensive experience in managing and optimizing database systems. Currently, I work at IBM, where I set up and configure cloud-based database instances, ensuring high availability and performance through effective monitoring and backup strategies. My role involves implementing advanced configurations that minimize downtime and enhance security, allowing businesses to operate seamlessly.
Previously, I served as a Database Systems Architect at Block, where I led a team in supporting critical projects, optimizing database performance, and ensuring scalability. My strategic capacity planning and hands-on approach to database maintenance have consistently improved system reliability. I also have a strong background as a Database Systems Engineer at Twilio, where I honed my skills in MySQL and MongoDB, focusing on high availability and performance tuning.
2021 - Now: Senior Database Administrator @ IBM
2018 - 2021: Database Systems Architect @ Block
2015 - 2018: Database Systems Engineer @ Twilio
2008 - 2014: Computer Engineering @ University of Princeton