David Brand
Data Operations Specialist
Understand and optimise your data processes
My objective is :
To contribute my expertise in a forward-thinking organisation. Creating impactful data engineering and data science solutions. My goal is to empower end users with the insights they need to enhance operational efficiency and foster data-driven growth.
How I Work
Data Operations Lifecycle applied to working with people, processes and tools.
Desired result in engaging robust, informative reports and analysis.
Work Experience
2023-Present
Data Analyst, Birmingham University
In this position, I use SQL and python to analyse and model Elucian Banner data in an Oracle database to create models to be built with DBT and implemented in Snowflake. These are consumed by the PowerBI service as semantic datasets presented in reports built to specifications.
2017-2023
Data Operations Specialist, Insight
In this position, I single handedly produced and managed the data operations requirements for the EMEA IT Service Management business.
2010-2017
ITSM Reporting Analyst, NCR
In this position, I led teams to deliver IT Service Management using a data driven approach; driving problem management and productivity.
2009-2010
Reporting Analyst, BMI Healthcare
In this position, I drove productivity and lead generation with data analysing agent activity.
Education
2004-2008
Open University
Certificate in Computing and Mathematics.
Certificate in Mathematics.
Team Working in distributed environments.
Other level 2 courses in statistics and programming.
1993-1997
Aberdeen University
Bachelor of Science
Software skills
PowerBI
Windows/Linux
GitHub
Azure Data Platform
Languages
DAX
Python
SQL
PowerShell
Get in touch
Want to hear more about how I can help your team succeed. Send me an email or call me and let's talk about your needs.