Alan Dickson
About Alan Dickson
Alan Dickson is a Senior Data Engineer at Exscientia, with extensive experience in data engineering and analytics across various industries. He has held positions at RBS, Vianet, and Oracle, and possesses advanced skills in building data platforms and performance tuning.
Current Role at Exscientia
Alan Dickson serves as a Senior Data Engineer at Exscientia, a position he has held since 2020. He works in Dundee, Scotland, where he focuses on building and optimizing data platforms. His role involves leveraging various technologies to enhance data architecture and engineering processes.
Previous Experience in Data Engineering
Before joining Exscientia, Alan Dickson accumulated extensive experience in data engineering roles. He worked at RBS as a Data Engineering Consultant from 2018 to 2019 and as a Senior Analyst in Remediation Analytics from 2016 to 2018. His earlier positions include Senior Consultant roles at Sopra Group and Dufrain Consulting, and a Senior Database Administrator role at Vianet.
Educational Background
Alan Dickson holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Mineral Exploration and Mining from the University of Leicester, which he completed in 1993. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Geographical Information Systems from The University of Edinburgh in 1996. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Geology from The University of Edinburgh, graduating in 1990.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Alan possesses expertise in building data platforms using a variety of technologies, including AWS, Snowflake, Oracle, Teradata, SQL, and Python. He has a strong background in performance tuning and SQL, particularly within data architecture and engineering. His experience spans multiple industries, including pharmaceuticals, financial services, and life sciences.
Certifications and Professional Development
Alan Dickson holds several professional certifications, including those in Teradata and Base SAS. He is also a certified Snowflake, Teradata, and Oracle DBA and Developer. These certifications reflect his commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise in data engineering and analytics.