Jack Young
@jackyoung
Experienced Database Developer with over 10 years of expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned Database Developer with over a decade of experience specializing in PostgreSQL. My expertise lies in designing, implementing, and optimizing database solutions tailored to meet complex business requirements. I excel in database performance tuning, query optimization, and ensuring high availability of data services. My proficiency extends to integrating PostgreSQL with enterprise applications and managing large-scale data migrations and ETL processes.
In my current role as a Senior Database Administrator at Accenture, I manage and optimize PostgreSQL databases, ensuring peak performance and reliability. I play a pivotal role in troubleshooting, backups, migrations, and scaling solutions to meet evolving company needs. My collaborative approach allows me to work effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely resolution of database-related issues and maintaining operational excellence.
Previously, I served as a Database Systems Architect at Navisite, where I led database migrations and upgrades, optimized application queries, and implemented automated backup strategies. My experience at Capegemini further solidified my skills in managing production databases, ensuring data integrity, and minimizing downtime through effective backup and recovery strategies. I am committed to leveraging my extensive knowledge to drive impactful database solutions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Database Administrator
Accenture
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Currently managing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high performance and assisting in the design and implementation of database systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, backups, migrations, and scaling solutions to meet company needs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve database-related issues.
Database Systems Architect
Navisite
Mar 2018 - Jan 2022 (3 years 10 months)
Worked with developers to optimize application queries and database design, assisted in database migrations and upgrades, and participated in system design discussions. Led monthly database maintenance activities to enhance performance and coordinated PostgreSQL upgrades across multiple environments.
Database Systems Engineer
Capegemini
Mar 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 10 months)
Managed and optimized PostgreSQL databases in production environments, focusing on performance tuning, backup and recovery, and data integrity. Designed and implemented backup strategies and managed database replication and failover processes to ensure high availability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Texas at Austin
Master of Science, Computer Engineering
2008 - 2014
Completed a Master of Science in Computer Engineering, focusing on advanced computing concepts, database systems, and software engineering principles.
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Software and tools used professionally
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