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Richard Byrd

@richardbyrd

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Experienced Database Administrator with a focus on PostgreSQL.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a challenging role that allows me to leverage my database expertise while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

With over 9 years of experience in IT, I have dedicated the last 6 years to PostgreSQL Database Administration. My current role as a Database Team Lead at Akal Information Systems Ltd. involves providing critical database support for various projects. I thrive in fast-paced environments and have a proven track record of managing complex database systems effectively.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led database migrations, implemented high availability solutions, and optimized performance for mission-critical applications. My technical expertise spans across PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB, and I am proficient in various tools and languages including SQL, PL/pgSQL, and Python. I am passionate about database design and analysis, and I enjoy collaborating with teams to solve complex problems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Consultant

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Accenture

May 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Currently working for multiple clients, focusing on database performance monitoring and upgrades. Responsibilities include configuring failover systems and managing database performance using AWS Cloud Watch services.

PostgreSQL AWS

DBA Team Lead

BrookShire Brothers

Oct 2021 - May 2023 (1 year 7 months)

Led the migration of data to NextGen eHospital and maintained microservice applications in a Docker environment. Managed database issues and server maintenance in a private cloud setting.

PostgreSQL Docker Data Migration Database Management

DBA Team Lead

Joined Up

Jan 2021 - Sep 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Oversaw database design based on microservices architecture and managed maintenance windows. Led various database projects and ensured daily administration tasks were completed.

Microservices Database Design Performance Tuning Administration Project Management

Database Administrator

Liaison International LLC

Jun 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 8 months)

Managed multiple hospital management systems, ensuring the maintenance of production and staging database servers. Responsible for backup strategies and troubleshooting performance issues.

PostgreSQL Database Management Backup Strategies Troubleshooting Performance Tuning

DBA L1

MLK Solutions

May 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 1 month)

Maintained production and staging database servers for hospital management systems. Focused on installation, memory tuning, and replication configurations.

PostgreSQL Memory Tuning Replication Database Installs Troubleshooting