Amanda Whatley
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Results-focused data professional equipped for impactful contributions. Expertise in designing, building, and optimizing complex data pipelines and ETL processes. Strong in SQL, Python, and Apache Airflow, ensuring seamless data integration and robust data solutions. Known for excelling in collaborative environments, adapting swiftly to evolving needs, and driving team success.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Data Engineer II
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated on ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) and ELT tasks, maintaining data integrity and verifying pipeline stability.
- Fine-tuned query performance and optimized database structures for faster, more accurate data retrieval and reporting.
- Enhanced data quality by performing thorough cleaning, validation, and transformation tasks.
- Streamlined complex workflows by breaking them down into manageable components for easier implementation and maintenance.
- Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative learning environment within the organization.
- Conducted extensive troubleshooting to identify root causes of issues and implement effective resolutions in a timely manner.
- Automated routine tasks using Python scripts, increasing team productivity and reducing manual errors.
- Collaborated with system architects, design analysts, and end users to understand business and industry requirements.
- Gathered, defined and refined requirements, led project design and oversaw implementation.
Associate Data Engineer
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Reengineered legacy systems with modern frameworks resulted in reduced technical debt without compromising operational stability or performance metrics.
- Enhanced data quality for analysis by cleansing, validating, and standardizing raw datasets.
- Accelerated reporting capabilities by automating routine tasks, reducing manual effort, and improving overall efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into actionable insights.
- Participated in code reviews and provided constructive feedback to peers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Optimized data processing by implementing efficient ETL and ELT pipelines and data transformation techniques.
Developer II
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Participated in regular code reviews, ensuring high-quality standards were consistently met across all development efforts.
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
- Reduced development time by creating reusable code libraries for future projects.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features.
- Continuously updated skills through training courses, workshops, and self-study—staying current on industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Estimated work hours and tracked progress using Scrum methodology.
- Translated technical concepts and information into terms parties could easily comprehend.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Associate Business Intelligence Developer
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and create tailored BI reports for stakeholders.
- Collected data from wide-ranging sources.
- Mentored junior team members on best practices in business intelligence development.
- Wrote and optimized SQL statements to assist business intelligence practices.
- Generated reports, updated spreadsheets, and presented results.
- Streamlined data analysis by creating customized visualizations, dashboards, and KPIs using BI tools.
- Designed customized data collection models for specific visualization tasks.
- Translated complex technical concepts into easily understandable terms for non-technical stakeholders during presentations and meetings.
Software Developer Consultant
Allscripts
04.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed and implemented a custom ASP.NET application for Springhill Medical Center.
- Built databases and table structures for the web application.
- Optimized database queries for enhanced performance, enabling faster data retrieval and processing.
- Created comprehensive documentation detailing software functionality for future reference or maintenance purposes.
- Translated customer requirements into written use cases.
- Enhanced user experience through designing and implementing user-friendly interfaces.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
- Designed tailored training programs for employees at various levels within the organization, boosting overall skillsets.
Business Analyst
Allscripts
10.2010 - 04.2017
- Updated and developed scripts and SQL queries to extract and analyze data from multiple sources.
- Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting analytics and reporting issues.
- Enhanced company-wide decision-making by developing comprehensive reports on key performance indicators.
- Generated ad-hoc reports to evaluate specific business requirements.
- Drove operational efficiency by automating routine tasks, freeing up staff to focus on more complex issues.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
Education
Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL05-2010
Skills
- ETL and ELT pipeline development
- SQL development and optimization
- Python programming
- Apache Airflow DAG orchestration
- Data migration
- Performance tuning
- Data quality assurance
- Requirements gathering
- Git version control using GitLab
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Expeditors Leadership Platform Workshop graduate
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate recipient, University of South Florida
Work Availability
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Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Data Engineer II
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
04.2024 - Current
Associate Data Engineer
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
01.2023 - 04.2024
Developer II
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
03.2020 - 01.2023
Associate Business Intelligence Developer
Expeditors International Of Washington Inc
04.2017 - 03.2020
Software Developer Consultant
Allscripts
04.2017 - 11.2017
Business Analyst
Allscripts
10.2010 - 04.2017
Master of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
University of South Alabama