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Alisahib Qadimli

Alisahib Qadimli

Baku

Summary

Results-driven Database Administrator with over 5 years of experience in PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL, and SQL Server environments. Demonstrated expertise in performance tuning and designing high availability architectures, alongside effective disaster recovery planning and enterprise-scale database migrations. Possesses a strong analytical mindset and excels in problem-solving while optimizing system performance. Proven ability to thrive in dynamic, high-pressure settings through both collaborative teamwork and independent projects.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Database Administrator

Goldenpay OJSC
Baku
11.2024 - Current

· Managed enterprise-scale MySQLenvironments with a focus on availability, backup, and performance optimization.

· Led migrations of critical MySQL systems to upgraded OS/database stacks, enhancing reliability and throughput.

· Implemented Percona XtraBackupfor hot backups, with cron-based scheduling and restoration testingfor DR readiness.

· Designed replication-based HAusing native MySQL Replication, and integrated monitoring via pt-heartbeatand custom alerting scripts.

· Architected and maintained production-grade PostgreSQL clusters with emphasis on stability, replication, and performance.

· Deployed robust HA/DR setups using Patroni, pgBackRest, and etcd, ensuring automatic failover and backup consistency.

· Established proactive monitoring via pg_stat_statements, Prometheus, and Grafana, enabling real-time anomaly detection.

· Developed DR testing procedures and recovery workflows, validating point-in-time recovery (PITR) strategies under multiple failure scenarios.

Senior Database Administrator/Architect

Guven Technology
Baku
08.2024 - Current

· Proficient in administering Microsoft SQL Server environments with a strong focus on performance optimization and system reliability.

· Successfully optimized backup processes using open-source T-SQL APIs, reducing storage usage and execution time.

· Implemented automated alert mechanismsthrough Database Mail to proactively notify stakeholders of critical events. D

· eveloped and scheduled SQL Agent Jobs for maintenance, monitoring, and failover readiness. Experienced in troubleshooting performance issues using SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and DMVs.

Senior Database Administrator

PMD Hospitality
Baku
07.2023 - 07.2024

Administered Microsoft SQL Server in both production and development environments, emphasizing performance tuning.

Skilled in utilizing SSMS, SQL Profiler, and Database Tuning Advisor for comprehensive performance assessment.

· Managed SQL Agent Jobs, configured Database Mail, and implemented log shipping and backup/restore strategies using Maintenance Plans.

Proficient at resolving issues with blocking and deadlocks to improve overall system efficiency.

Database Administrator

BANK OF BAKU
Baku
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Delivered round-the-clock support for over 50 Oracle databases across production, development, and testing environments
  • Optimized SQL queries to significantly improve database performance and efficiency
  • Specialized in Database Performance Tuning, adept at diagnosing and resolving hang issues and excessive load events
  • Identified and rectified the root causes of database hangs through meticulous SQL and PL/SQL code analysis
  • Managed database user privileges, implementing audit-compliant access restrictions and resource usage caps
  • Executed comprehensive database, schema, and table refreshes to facilitate data retrieval and application testing
  • Conducted in-depth root cause analysis to prevent future system failures
  • Addressed and resolved complex performance tuning challenges involving reports and queries
  • Utilized Oracle 10g's advanced features, including AWR, ADDM, and ASH, to collect performance statistics and refine database wait event handling
  • Provided on-call support, ensuring the reliability and accessibility of enterprise database systems

Junior Database Administrator

KAPITAL BANK OJSC
Baku
02.2021 - 06.2022
  • Proficient in Oracle Database installation and management across Linux and Windows platforms
  • Skilled in Linux setup and configuration
  • Expertise in diagnosing and resolving database issues through log file analysis
  • Competent in Oracle database Listener configuration
  • Proficient in database recovery and backup procedures utilizing RMAN
  • Knowledgeable in Master-Slave replication architecture
  • Experienced with Oracle Data Guard setup and maintenance
  • Adept at managing database switchover and failover operations
  • Capable of performing thorough database backup validations
  • Proficient in restoring databases from backups and implementing validation scripts on standby systems
  • Experienced in Oracle patch management, including database software upgrades and patching

IT Specialist

KAPITAL BANK OSJC
Baku
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Expertly manage AV troubleshooting, ensuring seamless video and audio conferencing experiences across various platforms and devices
  • Efficiently configure classroom technology and event-specific setups, enhancing educational and special event engagements
  • Proficient in user account administration via Active Directory and Google Admin, maintaining secure and organized user access
  • Skilled in troubleshooting and maintaining printer services, ensuring reliable access for faculty and student needs
  • Conduct on-site warranty assessments and repairs for institutional equipment, upholding high standards of operational integrity
  • Execute system maintenance and updates, ensuring optimal performance and security
  • Oversee 5000+ Active Directory users, effectively managing multiple organizational units
  • Deliver comprehensive technology support to staff, resolving operating system, application, and network issues, and facilitating software installations

Education

Master's Degree - Dynamic Computer Systems

AZERBAIJAN TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Baku
01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Education with a specialization in Information Technology Management

AZERBAIJAN
Baku
01.2019

Skills

  • Microsoft SQL Database Administration
  • Oracle Database Administration
  • PostgreSQL database administration
  • MySQL database administration
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Performance tuning
  • High availability setups
  • Database backup strategies
  • Monitoring and alerting
  • Database maintenance
  • Replication management
  • Patch management
  • Database auditing
  • Capacity planning
  • Data encryption
  • Backup and recovery

Languages

  • Turkish
  • English
  • Russian

Timeline

Senior Database Administrator

Goldenpay OJSC
11.2024 - Current

Senior Database Administrator/Architect

Guven Technology
08.2024 - Current

Senior Database Administrator

PMD Hospitality
07.2023 - 07.2024

Database Administrator

BANK OF BAKU
07.2022 - 07.2023

Junior Database Administrator

KAPITAL BANK OJSC
02.2021 - 06.2022

IT Specialist

KAPITAL BANK OSJC
09.2019 - 01.2021

Master's Degree - Dynamic Computer Systems

AZERBAIJAN TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Education with a specialization in Information Technology Management

AZERBAIJAN
Alisahib Qadimli