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Robert Carlin

Davie,Florida

Summary

Professional with strong background in managing and optimizing database systems. Proven track record in data security, performance tuning, and disaster recovery. Collaborative team player focused on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in SQL, database design, and automation, with reliable and flexible approach to challenges.

Proven ability to enhance system performance and ensure data security. Known for strong collaborative skills and adaptability to evolving project needs, leveraging deep knowledge of Oracle, database tuning, and data backup processes.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Oracle Exadata DBA

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
05.2009 - Current
  • Data Warehouse lead, supporting all data warehouse platforms on AIX and Exadata X7 and X9 appliances.
  • Deployed ZFS based incremental recovery backup method to deliver a faster RTO for our most critical business functions.
  • Implemented Exadata hardware expansion, deploying both additional storage servers, and physical drive replacement. Returning providing both growth and performance to large Enterprise data warehouse.
  • Deployed Oracle Enterprise manager for single source monitoring of all shoreside and fleet databases. Solution integrated with PagerDuty for critical notification of global on-call teams
  • Administered, supported, and monitored databases by proactively resolving database issues, deploying restructured partitioned and compressed.
  • Optimized database performance by monitoring health and implementing tuning recommendations.
  • Streamlined backup and recovery processes, enhancing overall system stability and availability.
  • Ensured database security with implementation of role-based access control and regular vulnerability assessments.

Data Warehouse ETL Developer

Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
05.2003 - 09.2009

Specializing in Oracle PL/SQL performance tuning, and Informatica ETL development for corporate data mart and data warehouse initiatives.

  • Enhanced ETL processes by optimizing complex SQL queries and streamlining data extraction procedures.
  • Reduced processing time for ETL tasks through the implementation of parallel execution strategies.
  • Served as Tivoli development lead, Change Management team lead, Operational support lead and subject matter expert for development staff and differing lines of business


Application Developer

Computer Sciences Corporation, C.S.C.
11.2000 - 11.2002

Lead Developer for a client server Omnis7 application development of Order Management OLTP system, and the associate corporate reporting repository

  • Routine included maintaining contracted service level agreement, providing new application development for business users and ongoing support of Oracle Financials month end processes.

Application Designer / System Analyst

Nortel Networks
02.1999 - 11.2000
  • Lead developer of Omnis7 application development for multiple ERP, Cost Tracking, and Customer Opportunity systems with Oracle RDBMS
  • Primary development and support of all Oracle database interfaces and locally replicated database objects for the Caribbean and Latin America markets.
  • Web development using Cold Fusion 4.0 and Oracle stored procedures to provide dynamic online customer tools for Nortel client portal sites

Programmer/Analyst

Renaissance Worldwide I.T. Consultants
05.1998 - 02.1999
  • Contracted to Nortel Networks for primary Omnis7 application development of client/server contract management ERP systems with an Oracle RDBMS
  • Additionally developed PL/SQL database integrations to consolidate data for reporting.
  • Developed PL/SQL database feeds to multiple Nortel application system and their corresponding regional Oracle financial systems.
  • Authored code fixes and enhancements for inclusion in future code releases and patches.
  • Provided ongoing support for users experiencing issues or requiring assistance with application functionality.

Programmer/Analyst

Precision Response Corporation
08.1996 - 05.1998
  • Employment in both Jam and CCA application development in SCO and Solaris UNIX with Oracle Db
  • Utilized embedded SQLPlus calls to manipulate Oracle Databases
  • Heavy production support, ad hoc queries, and Unix shell scripting required
  • Close support of both internal QA and Client UAT groups, while developing in sync with PRC reports and feeds group to insure feed accuracy

Education

Bachelor of Science - Information Systems

DeVry Institute of Technology
Decatur, GA
06-1995

Skills

  • Oracle Exadata x9-2
  • Oracle ZFS Backup Appliance
  • Database Administration
  • Oracle PL/SQL Expertise
  • Oracle RAC Management
  • Oracle RMAN
  • Oracle Enterprise Manager
  • IBM InfoSphere Data Replication
  • Shell Scripting Proficiency
  • Structured Problem Solving
  • IBM AIX and Red Hat Linux proficiency
  • Skilled in Oracle Cloud Backup Solutions

Timeline

Oracle Exadata DBA

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
05.2009 - Current

Data Warehouse ETL Developer

Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
05.2003 - 09.2009

Application Developer

Computer Sciences Corporation, C.S.C.
11.2000 - 11.2002

Application Designer / System Analyst

Nortel Networks
02.1999 - 11.2000

Programmer/Analyst

Renaissance Worldwide I.T. Consultants
05.1998 - 02.1999

Programmer/Analyst

Precision Response Corporation
08.1996 - 05.1998

Bachelor of Science - Information Systems

DeVry Institute of Technology
Robert Carlin