System Analyst

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Highlights:

• Technical depth in Design, Development, Testing, Deployment and Support

• Object-Oriented Analysis Design and Implementation skills

• Extensive Java skills (J2EE, JDBC, Hibernate, JSPs, Struts, Servlets, Java Script, etc)

• Database Programming (Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, Sybase, MySQL)

• Business Intelligence experience (Business Objects, Crystal Reports, data conversion)

• Extensive Agile Methodologies practice

• Oil and Gas and Utility experience

• Positive and enthusiastic approach, quick learner, team oriented

• Very strong customer focus

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Professional Experience:

MAR 2005 – PRESENT

System Analyst, IT Custom Applications, Enmax Corporation

• Performed system analysis, design, development, testing and implementation for major projects such as Bill-E, Unmetered Load, Quick Transit, Rule 21

• Performed Object-Oriented Analysis, Design and Implementation

• Utilized development tools such as Java / Web Technologies (Struts, JSP, Java Script, Tomcat, HTML, CSS, JUnit) XML, Ant, CVS, Rally, Oracle, PL/SQL, Unix scripting, Business Objects/Designer, Crystal Reports

• Created several scripts and Java utilities for data conversion

• Used Agile methodologies (scrum meetings, pair programming, test driven development, etc) for improving communication and system development

• Used scheduling tools such as crontab, Redwood Cronacle, Business Objects

• Supported the Assyst Incident/Change tracking tool and participated in defining its processes

• Created Universe for the Assyst reporting using Business Objects Designer

• Provided management with performance metrics for critical systems using Crystal Reports and Business Objects

• Provided users with access to applications and managed roles within applications

• Installed and configured software

• Performed daily support activities for critical processes (such as loading and processing of metering data) conforming with the specified SLAs

• Provided IT solutions for business requests and resolution to incidents in a timely manner

• Gathered and documented requirements and enhancements for new and existing systems

• Provided estimates for software development and incident resolution

• Created and executed test plans; assisted the business with testing

• Created automated solutions to replace manual processes

• Worked directly with the business to understand and document their processes

• Worked with the business to prioritize support, enhancements and new application requests

• Worked closely to the SAP group to prepare the input data for the SAP system

• Worked with the business to mitigate IT risk and meet SLAs, including developing emergency plans for critical system issues

• Participated in cause mapping sessions for re-occurring issues

JAN 2004 – FEB 2005

Software Developer, Aero Mechanical Services

• Key member of the development team for the “UpTime” application using technologies such as: Java, Torque, J2EE, JSPs, Struts, Servlets, HTML, XML, Ant, JUnit, FitNesse, XPlanner, WebSphere Application Developer/Server and DB2 database. UpTime is an industry leading system that handles real time two-way data exchange for aircrafts

• Assisted with requirements gathering and definition

• Performed Object-Oriented analysis, design and development

• Created and executed test plans; assisted the business with testing

• Built web and email (html, csv, txt) user reports

• Designed and developed two-way Text Messaging functionality

• Designed, maintained and improved performance for a DB2 database

• Performed extensive testing using JUnit, FitNesse and custom acceptance test plans

• Used Agile methodologies such as scrum meetings, pair programming and test driven development

• Performed demos for clients and potential clients

• Provided estimates for software development

DEC 2002 – DEC 2003

Capacity Administrator, Server Engineering, TransCanada Pipelines

• Accountable for support, maintenance and report generation for CapMan application

• Created custom server reports from Sybase database using Crystal Reports

• Performed capacity planning for over 250 Mid-tier and Mid-range servers

• Maintained active relationship with Community of Interest Coordinators

• Facilitated weekly meetings with CICs and technical staff to analyze business requirements

• Managed and planned equipment inventory and parts reuse

• Certified for secure Data Center access

JAN 2002 – OCT 2002:

Software Developer, TransCanada Pipelines

• Performed Object-Oriented analysis, design and development using Java, JSPs, Servlets, Struts, HTML, CSS, XML, Ant, CVS and Sybase database

• Developed the “FAIT Software Inventory” - Licensing using the above tools

• Worked directly with the business to identify requirements

• Elaborated project planning and task estimates for multiple projects

• Communicated project decisions and development status to the business

• Performed database design and data conversion

• Presented application functionality to the business before deploying to production

• Created quality assurance test plans for the business

FEB 1999 - SEP 2001:

Assistant Manager, Accounting Department SANEAL Cameras

• Maintained several databases and created reports for sales, commissions, photo finishing and camera repairs

• Liaised with customers, suppliers and repair depots on a daily basis

• Trained the new employees and monitored their work

• Performed primary accounting

• Coordinated the camera repair process and shipping

OCT 1997 - DEC 1998:

Assistant Manager - BTL Romania Medical Equipment, Bucharest

• Created and maintained a Fox Pro inventory application for tracking sales, customers, suppliers, products, and stock

• Performed customer service duties

• Negotiated medical equipment sales contracts

• Calculated lease terms and adjustments

• Represented the company in its relations with the bank

• Created reports and analyzed sales statistics

• Verified clients’ payments and performed primary accounting

• Interviewed customers for marketing strategy

• Organized trade show and exhibition programs

• Participated in developing annual advertising campaign plans

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Education:

• Southern Alberta Institute of Technology - Computer Technology Program - Computer

Programming and Systems, Calgary 2002

• Romanian - American University, Management and Marketing Faculty,

4 years, Bucharest, Romania, 1998

• Romanian Management Academy, Preparatory Year in Management Education

1 year, Bucharest, Romania, 1994

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Training:

• Java Web Technologies, Calgary, 2002

• Attended Design Sessions with Martin Fowler, Calgary, 2002

• Crystal Reports, Calgary, 2003

• Oracle Warehouse Builder, Calgary, 2006

• Business Objects and Business Objects Designer, Calgary, 2007

• Project Management, Calgary, 2007

• Core Spring, Calgary, 2010

• Cause Mapping (Problem Solving, Incident Investigation, Rood Cause Analysis, Facilitation and Documentation), Calgary, 2011

• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Calgary, 2011

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References:

• Available upon request

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