Alex Holder
About Alex Holder
Alex Holder is a Solution Architect specializing in ERP at J.D. Irving, Limited, where he has worked since 2010. He holds multiple degrees in History, Philosophy, Psychology, and has extensive experience in IT and enterprise applications.
Work at J.D. Irving
Alex Holder has been employed at J.D. Irving, Limited as a Solution Architect in the ERP division since 2010. Over the course of 14 years, he has contributed to various projects and initiatives within the company, applying his expertise in enterprise resource planning and integration technologies. His role involves designing solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support the company's strategic objectives.
Education and Expertise
Alex Holder holds multiple Bachelor of Arts degrees, having studied History, Philosophy, Psychology, and English at institutions including the University of New Brunswick, Houghton College, and McGill University. He achieved a BA with Honours in Philosophy from McGill University from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, he possesses certifications in TOGAF 9 for technical systems and solution architecture, as well as ITIL for IT service management.
Background in IT Consulting
Before his current position, Alex Holder gained extensive experience in IT consulting. He worked at IBM Canada as an IT Specialist from 1998 to 2005, where he provided TSM support. He also served as a Technology Consultant at Fujitsu Consulting and as a Service Architect at Alcatel-Lucent. His roles involved technical analysis and solution design across various platforms and technologies.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Alex Holder possesses a wide range of technical skills, including proficiency in integration technologies such as file transfer/SFTP and REST APIs. He is knowledgeable in enterprise storage solutions and has experience with containerization technologies like Docker. His programming skills span multiple languages, including SQL, Java, and Perl, and he is adept in cloud computing platforms such as Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure.
Experience with Enterprise Applications
Alex Holder has expertise in various enterprise applications, including Oracle JDE EnterpriseOne, PeopleSoft, and Oracle Cloud HCM. He is familiar with software development models such as Agile and has experience in project management methodologies. His background includes working with web/application servers and database management systems, enhancing his capability to deliver comprehensive IT solutions.