Senior SQL DBA & Developer

Qualifications & Demographic Details

Armand is a NON BEE / White male based in Kempton Park and holds a Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) qualification, along with a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) certification. He brings over 10 years of experience in database development, support, and administration across logistics, financial services, and supply chain environments.

Development Experience

Armand has over 10 years of experience as a software developer, with a core strength in SQL development and database administration. His experience spans SQL-based reporting, database optimisation, cloud migration, and infrastructure support. In his current role, Armand functions as both a Cloud Engineer and DBA, managing access controls, supporting infrastructure, and driving PostgreSQL and Oracle migrations.

He has previously worked in fast-paced production support environments, resolving critical issues through SQL scripting, and has led database-driven development for logistics platforms. Armand has experience with AWS and Azure, particularly around access management, data replication, and integration. His exposure to tools such as SSRS and Crystal Reports has enhanced his reporting skills, while recent engagements introduced him briefly to Power BI. He also has some development experience in C# and ASP.NET, and has worked with Xamarin, REST APIs, and entity frameworks on various internal platforms.

Technical Stack

He has commercial experience in the following technologies and tools:

Languages & Frameworks: T-SQL, C#, ASP.NET, .NET, Xamarin Forms, REST APIs, Entity Framework, DevExpress, VBA

Databases:  SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle

Web Services & Integration: REST APIs, Azure Active Directory, AWS (access and replication), Entra ID, API integration

Tools & Platforms: Azure, AWS, Azure DevOps Server, Visual Studio, SSRS, SAP Crystal Reports, Click Up ticketing system

Reporting & Data: SSRS, Crystal Reports, Power BI (basic exposure), Stored Procedures, CSV pipelines

Key Projects & Applications Developed

• Developed an automated PostgreSQL database archiving solution to enforce an 18-month retention policy and reduce storage costs.
• Designed and implemented a high-performance bulk upload solution using C# console apps and SQL stored procedures for a logistics client.
• Led access and infrastructure management projects integrating Entra ID with AWS and Azure Active Directory for database users and VPN setups.
• Migrated business intelligence reports and logic from MSSQL to Oracle environments as part of onboarding new clients.
• Supported internal logistics and tracking systems built with ASP.NET, Xamarin, and REST APIs, contributing to continuous improvements and error resolutions.
• Built and maintained T-SQL reports distributed through SSRS and Crystal Reports for billing and operational tracking.
• Handled high-pressure production support tickets, investigating and resolving data-related issues across triggers, stored procedures, and data layers.

Strengths & Competencies

• Strong SQL development and optimisation experience across multiple platforms and reporting tools.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of production database issues.
• Familiar with cloud database environments including AWS and Azure, with hands-on user access and replication setup.
• Experienced in maintaining, migrating, and archiving enterprise-scale databases.
• Demonstrates an analytical mindset and thorough understanding of BI workflows and backend reporting pipelines.
• Brings experience from both development and support-focused roles across logistics, supply chain, and fintech.
• Able to work in remote, hybrid, or office-based environments with equal efficiency.

Career Summary & Highlights

Position 1:

Supply Chain Solutions Sector / DBA / Cloud Engineer : June 2023 – Current
Armand leads cloud infrastructure support and database access management using Click Up. He co-architected a bulk upload engine and handles PostgreSQL archiving, AWS Entra ID access, and client migration projects from MSSQL to Oracle, enhancing automation and reporting pipelines.

Technologies: AWS, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, T-SQL, SSRS, Azure Active Directory

Position 2:

Financial Technology Sector / Production Support : Jul 2022 – May 2023
Provided critical support on defects and enhancements, using SQL to resolve issues in stored procedures, triggers, and data layers. Operated within strict timelines using DevOps for code validation.

Technologies: SQL, T-SQL, Azure DevOps Server, SSRS

Position 3:

Logistics Sector / Developer : Jan 2015 – June 2022
Maintained legacy and current systems, developed custom billing logic and front-end modules using Xamarin, REST APIs, and ASP.NET. Built reports in SSRS and Crystal Reports and supported various in-house web and mobile applications.

Technologies: Transact-SQL, SSRS, Crystal Reports, ASP.NET, Xamarin, DevExpress, Entity Framework, C#

Position 4:

Education Sector /  Junior Facilitator : Feb 2014 – Nov 2014
Delivered lectures and practicals for MCSD students, guiding first-year learners through foundational programming concepts.

Technologies: (Role was instructional)

Position 5:

Web Development Sector / Junior Web Developer : Oct 2013 – Dec 2013
Handled front-end web development tasks.

Technologies: HTML, CSS

Position 6:

Web Development Sector / Web Developer : May 2013 – Jul 2013
Maintained and updated front-end web interfaces for client websites.

Technologies: HTML, CSS

Availability & Salary

Notice Period: 1 Calendar Month
Salary Expectations: R60 000 for office-bound roles

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