david kwon
@davidkwon
Detail-oriented Database Administrator with 15+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) with over 15 years of experience in designing, administering, and optimizing SQL Server database solutions. My expertise lies in implementing high-availability solutions, performance tuning, and automation, which have significantly enhanced operational efficiency in my previous roles. I have a proven track record of reducing costs, minimizing downtime, and improving system performance, making me a valuable asset to any organization.
At GameFly Holdings, I successfully administered and secured SQL Server database platforms across various environments, achieving an impressive 99.99% uptime through the implementation of Always On Availability Groups and Windows Server Failover Clustering. My efforts in optimizing database performance led to a remarkable reduction in query costs by up to 1000% and the elimination of 95% of deadlocks. Additionally, I developed automated monitoring processes that streamlined operations and improved system performance.
Prior to my role as a DBA, I served as a Senior Data Analyst, where I conducted in-depth analyses that drove strategic business decisions. I developed a Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) metric that optimized marketing strategies and designed a star schema data warehouse for enhanced sales data analysis. My experience in database marketing further honed my analytical skills, allowing me to provide data-driven recommendations that improved customer engagement and retention.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Database Administrator
GameFly Holdings
Oct 2014 - Nov 2024 (10 years 1 month)
Managed SQL Server database platforms, implementing high-availability solutions and optimizing performance. Achieved 99.99% uptime and reduced query costs significantly. Developed automated processes and provided on-call support for critical database alerts.
Senior Data Analyst
GameFly Holdings
May 2007 - Oct 2014 (7 years 5 months)
Conducted business analysis and developed metrics to optimize marketing strategies. Designed a star schema data warehouse and managed ETL processes to enhance data integration and accuracy.
Database Marketing Manager
Station Casinos
Mar 2006 - Apr 2007 (1 year 1 month)
Extracted targeted lists from a player tracking database to enhance customer engagement and retention. Analyzed promotional effectiveness and implemented A/B testing for campaign evaluation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
College of Southern Nevada
Certificate of Achievement, Computer Information Technology
Certificate of Achievement in Computer Information Technology – Database.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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