Terry Amin

About Terry Amin

As a dedicated and experienced Database Administrator specializing in PostgreSQL and SQL Server, I bring a wealth of expertise in cloud migrations and data replication to warehouse solutions like Redshift. My technical proficiency extends to essential tools and practices in modern DevOps, including GitHub for version control, Terraform for infrastructure as code, and Ansible for automation.I am adept in scripting and programming with Bash and Python, enabling me to streamline and optimize database operations and deployments. My hands-on experience with cloud technologies and my ability to manage complex database environments make me a valuable asset in any data-driven organization.Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a passion for leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve challenging problems. Whether it\'s designing efficient database architectures, automating workflows, or ensuring data integrity and availability, I am driven by a desire to contribute to the success of my team and organization.

Experience

1. Database Engineer

   US Foods

   Jul 2017 — Present

   Managed and optimized PostgreSQL and MS SQL Server databases, including installation, configuration, testing, monitoring, and tuning.• Conducted proactive maintenance such as autovacuum tuning for PostgreSQL, updating security patches, and managing disaster recovery through standby replication methodologies.• Utilized tools like pgBadger for log analysis and maintained database performance by monitoring and diagnosing issues.• Handled database migrations from Oracle to Azure SQL and upgrades within SQL Server versions, including capacity planning and performance optimization.• Responsible for database backup, recovery, and support, including 24x7 on-call availability.• Supported application release processes and provided assistance to developers with SQL Server related queries.• Reconfigured storage paths for database and log files to enhance system performance.• Ensured database integrity through regular quality checks, including consistency checks and index tuning.

Education

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Bachelor's degree, Data Analytics