CaseyCarlsen

Staff Architect Data Science / Machine Learning

• Modernize Data Science & Engineering Processes: Evaluate current workflows for data science and data engineering to identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practices for efficiency, scalability, and reduced operational costs.
• Develop & Deploy Cost-Effective ML Solutions on GCP: Design, architect, develop, and deploy production-ready ML solutions at enterprise scale leveraging Google Cloud Platform services (Vertex AI, BigQuery, Dataproc, etc.) while prioritizing cost optimization through service selection, resource management, and automated workflows.
• Collaborate for Business Impact: Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure deployed ML solutions effectively address business problems, measure success, and iterate for continuous improvement, including minimizing support costs through proactive monitoring and user education
• Champion Agile Practices: Advocate for and implement modern software development practices such as Test Driven Development (TDD) and Pair Programming to ensure code quality, collaboration, maintainability, and reduced development and maintenance costs.
• Drive Innovation & Efficiency with Cost-Consciousness: Evaluate emerging data science platforms and tools to continuously enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of current development practices, prioritizing solutions that offer cost benefits and reduced support needs.

Enterprise Staff Architect / Persistence Domain

• Streamlined Operations for Growth: Evaluated internal functions, business development strategies, and IT processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support future organizational growth, all while navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Architected for Scalability & Cost Savings: Created business architecture models that reflected the organization's strategies and goals, prioritizing cloud optimization to achieve cost savings and enable operations with a leaner staff.
• Up-skilled Workforce for Success: Organized training programs to enhance employee knowledge and skills critical for future growth, ensuring the workforce was equipped to adapt and thrive in a changing environment.
• Guided Cloud Adoption & System Efficiency: Provided strategic business architecture and systems processing guidance, focusing on transitioning to the cloud for agility, security, and operational efficiency.
• Delivered Value Throughout Crisis: Ensured the organization's goals were met throughout the pandemic by implementing a "build versus buy" strategy that balanced cost-effectiveness with maintaining necessary functionalities.This approach minimized disruptions and preserved business value despite a potentially reduced workforce.

Sr. Database Administrator / Cloud Platform Engineer

MySQL Database Administrator / Platform Engineer

• Extensive Experience with Cloud-Native MySQL Management: Architect, design, and support highly available MySQL databases in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• DevOps Automation Champion: Designed, developed, and supported automation tools using Python and Ansible to streamline deployments of MySQL, NDB, and MySQL Enterprise Monitor for increased efficiency and reduced manual effort.
• Cloud Monitoring & Alerting Expertise: Created comprehensive monitoring dashboards and alerts for cloud-based databases utilizing MySQL Enterprise Monitor, enabling proactive issue identification and resolution.
• Leadership in MySQL Automation Framework: Led the development and execution of a robust MySQL automation framework using Ansible and Python, guaranteeing adherence to compliance and security requirements.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & CI/CD Proficient: Possess expertise in IaC tools like Ansible, Packer, Terraform, and Puppet, and leverage CI/CD tools like Jenkins to automate infrastructure provisioning and application deployments.
• Open Source Savvy: Utilize open-source tools like Packer, Consul, and Vault to enhance infrastructure management and security.
• Git & GitHub Expertise: Actively engage in version control and collaboration practices using Git and GitHub.
• DevOps/Agile Teamwork: Thrive in DevOps and Agile environments, fostering strong collaboration skills for successful project execution.
• Proven Database Operations & Migration Experience: Supported installations, patching, upgrades, and disaster recovery for kohls.com, demonstrating operational excellence.
• Data Migration Strategy & Containerization Exploration: Contributed to developing a data migration strategy from Oracle to MySQL and investigated the viability of deploying container-based MySQL solutions on Kubernetes and OpenShift platforms, showcasing a forward-thinking approach.

Oracle Database Administrator

• Extensive Oracle Database Management for Kohls.com: Supported the critical Oracle databases powering Kohls.com, ensuring smooth operation, performance, and security.
• Performance Optimization & Monitoring Expertise: Utilized enterprise monitoring tools like Oracle OEM to identify performance bottlenecks and implemented effective tuning strategies to optimize database efficiency.
• Enhanced Database Security: Contributed to implementing robust security measures like Oracle Redaction, TDE encryption, and custom scrubbing scripts to safeguard sensitive data.
• Automated Database Management: Developed automation scripts to streamline Oracle installation across 1200+ remote stores, significantly reducing manual effort and improving deployment consistency.
• Streamlined Development Environment Support: Supported the automation of 140 Oracle development environments, enabling efficient development workflows.
• VMware Deployment Experience: Possess experience deploying Oracle databases to VMware environments, demonstrating versatility in infrastructure management.
• Oracle Standby/Failover Administration: Managed standby databases and failover processes to ensure high availability and disaster recovery for critical systems.
• Experience with Oracle Exadata/RAC Systems: Familiarity with high-performance Oracle Exadata and RAC (Real Application Clusters) architectures.
• Database Schema Management: Managed and reviewed database schema objects like tables, indexes, and views, ensuring data integrity and efficient querying.
• Proven On-Call Support: Provided 24/7 support for production issues, proactively identifying and resolving problems to maintain optimal uptime.

Developer – Ecommerce Service Delivery

• Application Troubleshooting & Problem-Solving: Analyzed application issues, researched root causes, and devised solutions to minimize disruptions to interfacing systems, exhibiting strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Application Maintenance & Bug Fixes: Efficiently addressed existing application problems and implemented effective fixes to ensure optimal functionality and user experience.s
• Collaborative Development Environment: Actively participated in code reviews, providing valuable feedback and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the development team.
• Project Collaboration: Worked closely with development team members on new projects, contributing technical expertise and collaborative spirit.
• Proven On-Call Support for Kohls.com: Provided reliable 24/7 on-call support for critical applications powering Kohls.com, ensuring timely resolution of issues and maintaining high availability.

.Net Developer

• Developed & Maintained ASP.NET/VB.NET Applications: Possess strong programming skills in ASP.NET and VB.NET, experience in developing and maintaining internal and external applications.
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Provided assistance with internal computer hardware issues, demonstrating broad technical knowledge.
• Project Management & Client Collaboration: Participated in the entire lifecycle of client projects, including planning, direction, and coordination for website document management, design, application development, and database management.
• Design & Content Creation: Contributed to the design and content creation for client websites, including graphics ,layouts, database design, and dynamic content, showcasing versatility in both technical and creative aspects.
• Benefits Administration Systems Expertise: Planned, coordinated, and implemented benefits enrollment systems, extranet sites, and employee self-service sites, demonstrating experience in benefits administration technology.
• IT Recommendation & Analysis: Developed and presented IT recommendations by evaluating current applications and analyzing needs to formulate strategic improvements.
• Project Management & Client Support: Managed tasks and projects for multiple clients simultaneously, ensuring adherence to deadlines and standards.
• Client Issue Resolution: Identified, evaluated, and resolved client issues within established timeframes and guidelines, exhibiting strong problem-solving and customer service skills.

Technical Support Specialist – ID Systems

• Software & Printer System Management: Maintained and developed software and thermal transfer printer systems, ensuring optimal functionality and user experience.
• Website Maintenance & Support: Managed and maintained website content and technical aspects, guaranteeing smooth operation and user access.
• Technical Support Specialist: Provided comprehensive technical support to users, troubleshooting software and printer issues for efficient resolution.
• Inventory Management & Proactive Maintenance: Ensured adequate inventory levels of crucial supplies and maintained backup units for repair, minimizing downtime and maximizing operational efficiency.