Analytical, highly adaptable IT Manager with 17 years of big data, software engineering, and database administration experience across enterprises ranging from health care to banking and financial services. Skilled engineer and systems architect has consistently maximized system performance while conquering challenges and making life easier for end users. Track record of success developing, deploying and evaluating systems aimed at improving quality and efficiency. Designs, develops, and deploys key database architecture across numerous NoSQL and other big data platforms, including Cassandra, Solr, Hadoop, and MongoDB. Collaborates with data scientists to develop system workflow and creates innovative ways to help companies analyze data within these environments. Advanced knowledge and familiarity with administering all Windows, Linux, and Unix systems. Proficient in a wide variety of big data programs and platforms.