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Karthik Dharmaraju

VP Engineering

Monroe Township
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With over 18 years of IT experience, my career has been rooted in database administration while also encompassing roles in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), and project management. My growing passion for cloud technologies led me to earn an AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification, reflecting my commitment to staying at the forefront of industry advancements. I am now seeking opportunities that align with my expertise in cloud infrastructure, where I can leverage my diverse skill set to drive innovation and efficiency.

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VP IT operations

Morgan Stanley

Full time08/2014 -
  1. IT Senior Operations Database Administration:
  2. • Served as a senior IBM DB2 expert, offering comprehensive database administration, performance optimization, and troubleshooting, while acting as a trusted advisor for complex technical challenges.
  3. • Managed all aspects of DB2 administration, including installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup/recovery, security management, and troubleshooting.
  4. • Provided responsive production support in a follow-the-sun model, as a senior member of IT Operations team, ensuring critical IT services' uninterrupted availability and swift incident resolution.
  5. Database Design and Optimization:
  6. • Designed and optimized complex database structures for enhanced performance, scalability, and reliability.
  7. • Collaborated with users to optimize applications through performance tuning and system configuration adjustments.
  8. Data Governance, Security, and Compliance:
  9. • Implemented robust data governance frameworks, ensuring data quality, security, and compliance using tools like Guardium Data Protection and DB2 Audit.
  10. • Established best practices for access control, encryption, and security management.
  11. High Availability and Disaster Recovery:
  12. • Implemented high availability solutions such as HADR and IBM Q Replication to ensure continuous availability and data protection.
  13. Performance Tuning:
  14. • Excelled in performance tuning, query optimization, and system tuning using explain plans to maximize database efficiency.
  15. Scripting and Automation:
  16. • Developed Python, Perl and Shell scripts and automation workflows to reduce manual effort, toil and enhance operational efficiency.
  17. • Advocated for automation across workflows to minimize costs and operational overhead.
  18. Problem Management:
  19. • Proactively identified and resolved root causes of issues, ensuring high availability and reliability of IT services.
  20. • Used ServiceNow for incident and problem management, facilitating seamless communication and efficient incident resolution.
  21. Monitoring and Alerting:
  22. • Utilized database monitoring tools (e.g., WLM, IBM Data Studio, WatchTower) to proactively identify performance bottlenecks and troubleshoot issues.
  23. Capacity Planning and Scaling:
  24. • Conducted capacity planning and scaling to meet growing business demands while maintaining optimal performance.
  25. • Offered tailored hardware recommendations and consultations to users and clients, leveraging a deep understanding of technology requirements and business objectives to optimize hardware configurations for optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
  26. Change Management and Version Upgrades:
  27. • Managed database changes, patches, and version upgrades in both non-prod and production environments, adhering to change management processes.
  28. Project Management:
  29. • Led the Cyber MRA project, fulfilling federal requirements and establishing a comprehensive bare metal recovery strategy.
  30. • Managed Jira and Kanban boards for project tracking and task management, optimizing team productivity.
  31. • Practiced DevOps methodologies and managed cross-platform database projects from inception to completion, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration, and alignment with organizational objectives, including hygiene related requirements.
  32. Product Ownership:
  33. • Specialized in Delphix for application functionality testing, improving software quality and reliability.
  34. Disaster Recovery Planning:
  35. • Developed and implemented disaster recovery strategies, including backup and recovery procedures and disaster recovery drills.
  36. Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution:
  37. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of diagnosing and resolving complex database issues and outages promptly.
  38. Version Control:
  39. • Experienced in using Git and Bitbucket for streamlined code deployment and version control.
  40. Documentation and Knowledge Sharing:
  41. • Maintained comprehensive documentation and SOPs, sharing knowledge with team members.
  42. Team Player:
  43. • Contributed to the Enterprise Computing and Data Analytics team, optimizing data-driven initiatives, and enhancing infrastructure.
  44. Client Relationship:
  45. • Fostered strong client relationships, delivering tailored solutions and ensuring seamless application and database migrations.
  46. Leadership and Mentoring:
  47. • Led database teams, mentored junior administrators, and fostered a collaborative work environment.
  48. Vendor Relations:
  49. • Managed vendor relationships, collaborating with IBM support for issue resolution and product enhancements.
  50. Communication Skills:
  51. • Effectively communicated with stakeholders, presenting technical information and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.

Education

Wilkes University

Electrical Engineering

08/2003 - 09/2005Master's DegreeClass of 2005
Skills
PythonDatabase ManagementProject managementAWSData analyticalGit: Version controlProblem-solvingPerformanceSQLDevOps
Experience8+ years
Hourly rate$150/hr
Open to
hybridremote

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