Production Data Team Manager / Lead Software Developer
Alpharetta, Ga
• Managed onsite, virtual, and global BI data warehouse development teams working in an Agile environment operating in 2-week sprints with daily standup meetings utilizing LEAN methodologies for over 40 live production customer projects• Increased efficiency, effectiveness, and morale of developers by promoting team cohesiveness and training; reduced outstanding production tickets by 95% with 30% less staff• Designed, implemented, and enforced standards for data warehousing best… Show more • Managed onsite, virtual, and global BI data warehouse development teams working in an Agile environment operating in 2-week sprints with daily standup meetings utilizing LEAN methodologies for over 40 live production customer projects• Increased efficiency, effectiveness, and morale of developers by promoting team cohesiveness and training; reduced outstanding production tickets by 95% with 30% less staff• Designed, implemented, and enforced standards for data warehousing best practices, BI architecture, documentation, data load automation, and operational processes• Participated in all phases of SDLC for designing and implementing data warehouse and MDM solutions for several medium to large insurance companies with diverse lines of business and multiple source systems • Successfully completed data warehouse projects from scratch by creating custom end-to-end ETL processes and data marts using Informatica PowerCenter and T-SQL• Analyzed, designed, implemented, optimized, and maintained custom SQL Server Analysis Services Multi-Dimensional Cubes (SSAS)• Effectively collaborated with clients to gather requirements and resolve issues or develop solutions for their SaaS reporting environments• Mentored developers of all levels on developing complex code and adhering to best practices and standards to promote professional growth and efficiency via biweekly lunch and learn sessions• Created operational processes for SQL Server 2008 R2 to 2014 and Informatica 8.6.1 to 9.6.1 migrations• Collaborated closely with system administration and network engineering teams to create new ODBC connections, establish new or adjust existing VPN tunnels, optimize server and software configurations, implement encryption, and manage security users and roles• Guided and collaborated with project manager weekly on production support and new development tasks and priorities• Interviewed developers and project managers and worked closely with internal recruiter in hiring process Show less