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Matthew Scott

@matthewscott

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Experienced Database Developer specializing in PostgreSQL and data optimization.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that challenges my database management skills and offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

I am a seasoned Database Developer with over 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing database solutions tailored to meet complex business needs. My expertise lies in PostgreSQL, where I focus on performance tuning, query optimization, and ensuring high availability of data services. I have successfully integrated PostgreSQL with various enterprise applications and managed large-scale data migrations and ETL processes.

Throughout my career, I have held pivotal roles such as Database Manager at Caris Life Sciences, where I led cluster planning and performance tuning for both MongoDB and PostgreSQL. My previous experience as a Database Systems Architect at Liaison involved overseeing critical projects, ensuring database security and performance, and optimizing resource usage in line with microservices architecture. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to drive efficiency and reliability in database management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Database Manager

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Caris Life Sciences

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

As a Database Manager, I oversee the planning, installation, and performance tuning of MongoDB and PostgreSQL instances both on-premise and in the cloud. I configure replication for load balancing, implement automated failover, and manage backup processes to ensure high availability and data integrity.

PostgreSQL MongoDB Performance Tuning Replication Cloud Management Database Security Troubleshooting Capacity Planning

Database Systems Architect

Liaison

Mar 2018 - Jan 2022 (3 years 10 months)

In my role as Database Systems Architect, I led a team to support critical projects, ensuring high availability and performance of databases. I designed scalable databases aligned with microservices architecture and coordinated upgrades and maintenance across multiple environments.

Database Architecture PostgreSQL Microservices Capacity Planning Performance Optimization Team Leadership Security Compliance

Database Systems Engineer

Metabolon

Mar 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 10 months)

As a Database Systems Engineer, I managed PostgreSQL and MySQL databases, focusing on performance tuning and troubleshooting. I collaborated with development teams to optimize database schemas and implemented automated backups and migrations to enhance system performance.

PostgreSQL MySQL Performance Tuning Data Migration Backup Solutions Query Optimization Schema Design Troubleshooting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Columbia University

Master of Science, Computer Engineering

2008 - 2014

Completed a Master of Science in Computer Engineering, focusing on advanced topics in computer systems, database management, and software engineering principles.