Terrance Odonnell

About Terrance Odonnell

I am a seasoned Senior Database Administrator and Data Engineering Specialist with over 20 years of experience in designing, optimizing, and managing complex database environments. My expertise spans AWS Cloud, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL, making me adept at both on-premises and cloud-based database solutions.Throughout my career, I’ve led successful cloud migrations, implemented robust disaster recovery and high-availability strategies, and built scalable data pipelines for real-time analytics. As a trusted advisor, I’ve streamlined database performance for mission-critical systems, significantly reducing costs and boosting efficiency. What I bring to the table:Cloud Database Expertise: Extensive experience in AWS RDS, including SQL Server read-only replicas, Aurora PostgreSQL, and hands-on knowledge of EC2-hosted SQL environments.Performance Optimization: Proficient in analyzing and optimizing database performance through indexing, query tuning, and resource management.Data Engineering: Skilled in building ETL processes, managing data lakes, and implementing CI/CD pipelines for seamless data integration.Leadership & Mentoring: Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, mentoring junior DBAs, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions.I am actively exploring opportunities for senior roles in Database Administration and Data Engineering, where I can leverage my cloud expertise and passion for data-driven innovation.

Experience

1. Senior Database Administrator

   Unanet

   Jun 2025 — Present · US

   Senior SQL Database Administrator- AWS & Azure Cloud

Education

• DeVry University

  B.S., Computer Information Systems

Skills

• Stored Procedures
• Transact-Sql (T-Sql)
• Oracle
• Unix Databases
• Database Administration
• Electronics
• Sybase Replication Server
• Team Leadership
• Sybase Products
• Aix
• Management
• Sybase Ase
• Databases
• Sybase Iq
• T-Sql
• Pl/Sql
• C++
• Software Development Life Cycle (Sdlc)
• Data Migration
• Perl
• Programming
• Shell Scripting
• Team Management
• Etl
• Ssrs
• Software Development
• Python
• Unix Shell Scripting
• Extract, Transform, Load (Etl)
• Java
• Sql Tuning
• Ssis
• Oracle Pl/Sql Development
• Relational Databases
• Amateur Radio Operator
• Sybase
• Unix
• Data Modeling
• Microsoft Sql Server
• Leadership