David Luma
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic, self-motivated professional with a proven track record in identifying and implementing effective solutions for complex software challenges. Expertise in API development and database design, complemented by advanced skills in Python and Django. Adept at collaborating with cross-cultural global teams to drive project success and foster innovation. Committed to delivering high-quality results while maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Consultant
SignAd
05.2023 - Current
- Created service level agreement for IT operational functions and help desk operations.
- Discussed project progress with customers, collected feedback on different stages and directly addressed concerns.
- Instructed proposal team in use of computer software graphical elements, page design and aesthetic standards.
- Guaranteed successful technical upgrade projects for clients by collaborating with developers for integrations.
- Designed customized solutions for proposals to potential customers.
IT Consultant
Self-employed
05.2022 - Current
- Created service level agreement for IT operational functions and help desk operations.
- Discussed project progress with customers, collected feedback on different stages and directly addressed concerns.
- Instructed proposal team in use of computer software graphical elements, page design and aesthetic standards.
- Guaranteed successful technical upgrade projects for clients by collaborating with developers for integrations.
- Designed customized solutions for proposals to potential customers.
Researcher
Zambian Governance Foundation
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Coordinated research focused on community philanthropy and diaspora networks
- Responsible for curating a weekly digital newsflash publication sent out to the foundations target audience
Intern-Finance/Sales/Marketing division
Direct Finance (Microfinance Firm)
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Worked on creating weekly sales reports for shareholders
- Assisted in marketing the company's products to big box stores such as
- Responsible for projecting sales volume and profit for the company's products
Intern-Sales/Marketing division
Java Foods
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked in data and sales reconciliation
- Worked on a daily sales report distributed to the rest of the company
- Responsible for completing Daily Operations Summary reports
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data for the creation of GPS guided roots for the Salesmen to be more productive
Store Clerk
Zabys Boutique
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations to ensure adequate cash supply
- Earned management trust by serving as key holder, responsibly opening and closing store
- Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders
- Restocked inventory every month and reviewed cash operation data to verify proper replenishment
Research Assistant
University of Kansas
02.2017 - 10.2017
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research as an assistant in the History department
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Wrote and edited data collection forms and questionnaires
Volunteer
World Food Programme
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Worked as a volunteer in the Vulnerability Analysis and Mapping unit
- Compiled data and ensured accuracy prior to input
- Entered numerical data into databases in a timely and accurate manner
- Executed data verification to detect errors
- Monitored database updates and verified for correctness
- Identified data entry errors and reported to necessary departments
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Houston College
Houston, TX05-2022
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01-2018
Skills
- Defect Management
- Business Process Analysis
- Library Architecture
- Security Policy Development
- Systems architecture analysis
- IT system development
Timeline
IT Consultant
SignAd
05.2023 - Current
IT Consultant
Self-employed
05.2022 - Current
Researcher
Zambian Governance Foundation
05.2019 - 12.2019
Intern-Finance/Sales/Marketing division
Direct Finance (Microfinance Firm)
01.2019 - 04.2019
Intern-Sales/Marketing division
Java Foods
08.2018 - 12.2018
Store Clerk
Zabys Boutique
05.2017 - 06.2018
Research Assistant
University of Kansas
02.2017 - 10.2017
Volunteer
World Food Programme
04.2015 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Computer Science
Houston College
Bachelor of Science - History
University of Kansas
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