Favour A.

About Favour A.

I’m a SQL Server Database Administrator with 3+ years of hands-on experience in backup automation, performance tuning, high availability (HADR), and real-world T-SQL scripting. I’ve supported enterprise-grade environments by building automated recovery solutions, optimizing slow queries, and implementing job scheduling systems using SQL Server Agent. My work spans across Always-On Availability Groups, failover clustering, replication, and SSIS-based ETL tasks. I’m currently building and showcasing real-world projects on GitHub to demonstrate practical DBA solutions, such as backup/restore automation and query tuning scripts. I thrive in environments that require attention to detail, reliability, and scalable database infrastructure. Key Tools & Skills: SQL Server, T-SQL, SSMS, HADR, SSIS, PowerShell, Backup & Restore, Job Automation, Query Optimization, Performance Monitoring, Troubleshooting. I’m actively building and maintaining real-world SQL Server performance scripts on GitHub to demonstrate practical DBA skills. View my work here: github.com/Favour-DBA.

Experience

1. Sql Database Administrator

   Giant Eagle, Inc.

   Aug 2023 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US

   Currently work as a SQL Database Administrator supporting internal data systems at Giant Eagle, a leading retail company. Focus on improving SQL Server performance, automating backup processes, and ensuring database reliability in a high-demand enterprise environment. • Support SQL Server environments (2012–2019) for operations, inventory tracking, and internal reporting • Tune stored procedures and optimize indexing to reduce query execution times across key retail systems • Automate backup routines using SQL Server Agent and PowerShell, improving recovery reliability and minimizing manual effort • Assist with server migrations, including schema validation, data integrity checks, and cutover planning • Monitor database performance using SQL Profiler and DMVs to proactively identify and resolve issues • Create custom views and reporting queries to support executive dashboards and business metrics • Collaborate with IT teams to maintain high availability and ensure minimal downtime of critical systems • Continue to build and publish SQL Server projects on GitHub as part of ongoing skill developmentGitHub Portfolio: https://github.com/Favour-DBA

Education

• University of the People

  Bsc