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Michael Naude
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Dynamic Data & Analytics Engineer and Industrial Engineer
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Dynamic Data & Analytics Engineer and Industrial Engineer

SUMMARY

Dynamic Data & Analytics Engineer and Industrial Engineer with a strong background in Python, SQL, and Snowflake. Proven track record in automating ETL processes and delivering scalable data solutions to drive business intelligence. Expert in Azure DevOps and Domo, dedicated to optimizing data pipelines and fostering a culture of technical excellence at Trimble.

EXPERIENCE

Data Engineer

Business Science Corporation (BSC)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    August 2024 – Present

• Implemented modern data ingestion pipelines to dramatically reduce ingestion time by 60% and storage costs by 70%. (Azure Synapse Analytics, Dataverse, Snowflake, DBT, ADF, Apache Iceberg)

• Developed sophisticated data pipelines using DBT, Snowflake, and various Azure services dealing with sensitive information.

• Designed Power BI reports and dashboards for clients.

• Worked with clients to evolve their data environment as their organization matures.

• Built and implemented API integrations between a variety of systems, running in many different environments (on-prem, AWS, Azure).

• Developed integrations between AWS CodeCommit and Azure DevOps to work within stringent policy constraints.

Data Scientist

Motus Aftermarket Parts                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              May 2019 – Present

• Developed in-house software to recommend replenishment orders for more than 20 000 SKUs based on the DDMRP methodology, while writing integrations between modern and legacy systems.

• Implemented Azure DevOps to streamline analytics pipelines and value delivery.

• Develop process automation scripts using Python and SQL to eliminate repetitive tasks and human error.

• Supported various IT projects, including a large-scale ERP migration.

Analytics Consultant

Business Science Corporation (BSC)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       July 2021 – July 2024

• Worked with and further developed custom-built discrete event simulation platforms with models of traffic simulation and continuous flow simulation.

• Deployed the above solutions, Azure Container Service paired with Azure Kubernetes Service.

• Developed front-ends for the above models in Microsoft Power Apps.

• Performed analytics using Python and SQL to identify bottlenecks in various simulated processes.

• Placed heavy emphasis on making processes more repeatable and quick to deploy.

• Administered resources in Azure for various projects.

• Wireframed POCs for internal software projects.

• Was required to become proficient in many technologies in a short amount of time.

Africa IT Project Management Officer

G4S Africa                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     July 2016 – April 2019

• Participated in the implementation of three major change projects across 28 countries.

• Leveraged G-Suite and APIs to automate business processes and aggregate draft budget data across 28 countries, dramatically reducing the time taken for each feedback cycle. The solution built for the regional IT budgeting process completely eliminated the need to inspect individual budget files.

• Assisted in major ETL exercises, software administration, and remote server configuration.

Industrial Engineer

Viewmetrics                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      December 2015 – April 2019

• Managed projects in the telematics industry, implementing project management controls and SOPs.

Designed web-based and mobile software solutions [1] using wireframe and business process mapping tools.

• Coordinated testing of beta software and hardware, tracking bugs and feature improvements.

Industrial Engineer

Advance Call                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             February 2014 – September 2015

• Managed key projects from brand development to functional specification and implementation.

• Developed asset maintenance registers and information dashboards in Excel during secondment to a civil engineering firm.

Deckhand/Deck Engineer

Various Yachts                                                                                           February 2013 – June 2013, Engaged in maritime operations on luxury yachts, gaining international experience and adaptability.

Student Industrial Engineer

UTi Material Handling                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               December 2011 – January 2012

• Developed layout proposals to improve storage density and performed time studies for line-side supply operations.

Tutor for Programming & Data Processing

University of Pretoria                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         February 2011 – June 2011

• Assisted students with programming queries in Octave/MATLAB during tutorial sessions.

EDUCATION

BEng. Industrial Engineering

University of Pretoria • 2012

• Key Modules: Programming & Data Processing (95%), Operations Research (87%), Engineering Statistics (80%).

NSC FETC (IEB)

St. Dominic’s Academy • 2008

• Awarded double honours in academics and culture.

CERTIFICATIONS

Towards ISO 9001 Certification

2014

Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA)

ISCEA • 2020

SKILLS

Software: Snowflake, DBT, Fivetran, Power BI, many Azure services, AWS

Tools: Azure DevOps, Git, Power Apps, Docker, REST APIs

Operating Systems: Windows, Linux (Ubuntu)

Programming: Python, SQL, VBA, React, PowerShell

[1]It was a major mobile app in South Africa at the time, I oversaw the reskinning of the app.

Professional Experience

Education

Interests

Skills

Technical Skills

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