Kelechi Ugoh
@kelechiugoh
Results-driven SQL Server Database Administrator with 5+ years experience.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven SQL Server Database Administrator with over 5 years of hands-on experience in architecting, managing, and optimizing enterprise-grade database solutions across various environments including on-premise, hybrid, and cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS. My expertise lies in deploying and supporting SQL Server versions from 2005 to 2022, with a strong focus on high availability, disaster recovery planning, and performance tuning.
Throughout my career, I have successfully improved database performance through T-SQL scripting, PowerShell automation, and building scalable ETL pipelines using SSIS. I have a proven track record of managing data lakes and warehouses, automating reporting processes with SSRS and Power BI, and implementing secure systems using modern DevOps practices. My proactive problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders have consistently led to data-driven solutions that enhance reliability, performance, and compliance across enterprise systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Database Administrator
Wintrust Financial Corporation
Sep 2021 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Administered and supported 24/7 SQL Server environments (2012–2019) across production, development, and staging systems, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime. Designed and deployed a scalable SQL Azure cloud architecture, improving data accessibility and system responsiveness by 40%.
SQL Database Administrator
DXC Technology, USA
Mar 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 5 months)
Administered and maintained large-scale SQL Server environments (1–2 TB), ensuring 99.99% uptime and consistent performance across development, staging, and production environments. Designed and implemented SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) solutions, enhancing executive insights and boosting BI visibility by 35%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institute of Management and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Computer Science. Gained foundational knowledge in various aspects of computing and technology.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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