Donald Chishakwe
@donaldchishakwe
BSc Honours in Computer Science professional with over 8 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
With over 8 years of experience in Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Database Administration, and Technical Support, I have developed a comprehensive skill set that enables me to contribute effectively to data-driven teams. My expertise in Azure Synapse Analytics, Fabric, Power BI, and SQL, coupled with my recent certifications as a Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer and Fabric Analytics Engineer, positions me as a strong candidate for roles that require a deep understanding of both data engineering and analytics.
Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and implemented scalable analytical workloads, optimized ETL processes, and developed robust data models that align with business strategies. My hands-on experience in building enterprise-scale Power BI datasets and reports has consistently provided actionable insights for stakeholders. Moreover, my background in mentoring junior personnel reflects my commitment to fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Analyst
True North Group
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Developed and maintained ELT/ETL processes, data lakehouses, and metadata databases using Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure SQL Serverless Pools, and ADLS Gen2.
Business Intelligence Analyst
Easy Data Solutions
Jul 2022 - Jan 2023 (6 months)
Analyzed transactional data, queried AWS cloud-based databases, and built Power BI reports to aid reporting across Southern Africa, the UK, and the Asian Channel.
Senior Technical Support Engineer
Advanced Machinery
Jun 2016 - Jul 2022 (6 years 1 month)
Provided technical support for CNC machinery, programmed CNC G-Code, and configured CAD software.
Business Solutions Support
Colcom Foods Limited
Dec 2014 - Mar 2015 (3 months)
Provided technical support for ERP software packages linked to SQL Server database clusters.
Business Solutions Support
Colcom Foods Limited
Nov 2013 - Mar 2014 (4 months)
Built and expanded Microsoft SQL based servers, undertook backups and restorations, and queried Microsoft SQL Server using T-SQL.
Education
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