Mike Hicks
About Mike Hicks
Mike Hicks is a Senior Database Software Engineer at Benefitfocus, where he has worked since 2003. He has designed and implemented data loading mechanisms and developed internet websites using various technologies, contributing significantly to database management solutions.
Work at Benefitfocus
Mike Hicks has been employed at Benefitfocus since 2003, serving as a Senior Database Software Engineer. In this role, he is responsible for developing and maintaining Benefit Informatics internet websites utilizing technologies such as ASP, .Net, HTML, and Microsoft SQL Server stored procedures. His contributions include designing a data loading mechanism that remains in use by hundreds of customers. Hicks has also implemented and maintained new SQL Server platforms, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the company's database systems.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his tenure at Benefitfocus, Mike Hicks worked at Williams as a Senior Developer/Technical Lead from 1999 to 2002. In this position, he led technical projects and contributed to software development efforts. Before that, he served as a Development Analyst II at WilTel Communications for nine months in 1994-1995. His diverse experience in these roles has equipped him with a strong foundation in database management and software engineering.
Education and Expertise
Mike Hicks holds an Associate of Arts degree in Business from Carl Albert State College, awarded in May 1989. He studied there from 1987 to 1989. He furthered his education at Oklahoma State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management Information Systems over a 12-year period from 1989 to 2001. His educational background supports his expertise in database software engineering and information systems management.
Database Development Projects
Throughout his career, Mike Hicks has been involved in significant database development projects. He designed a data loading mechanism using Microsoft SQL Server stored procedures and Bulk Copy Programs, which is still utilized by numerous customers. Additionally, he developed a project that consolidates databases across multiple servers, actively used by multiple customers on a daily basis. These projects demonstrate his skills in database architecture and software development.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In his role as a Senior Database Software Engineer, Mike Hicks has implemented and maintained new SQL Server platforms. He has also been involved in updating and maintaining hardware systems and network software. His technical skills encompass a range of database technologies and software development practices, which contribute to the operational efficiency of the systems he manages.