Raghavan Sampath
About Raghavan Sampath
Raghavan Sampath is a Senior Database Administrator with extensive experience in data migration and database architecture. He has worked for various Fortune 500 companies and holds degrees in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Business Administration, and Operations Management.
Work at Primerica
Raghavan Sampath has been serving as a Senior Database Administrator at Primerica since 2020. His role involves overseeing database management and ensuring the integrity and performance of data systems. Located in Duluth, Georgia, he applies his extensive experience in database administration to support the company's operational needs.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current position, Raghavan Sampath held various roles in database administration across multiple organizations. He worked at Nissan Motor Corporation as a Lead Database Administrator from 2006 to 2007 in Nashville, TN. He also served as a DB2 Database Administrator at Guardian Life from 2004 to 2005 in New York, NY, and at Gap Inc. from 2003 to 2004 in Chennai, India. His experience includes a significant tenure at Honda of America Mfg., Inc. from 2007 to 2014 as a Senior Database Administrator in Marysville, Ohio, and at Macy's from 2014 to 2020 as a Systems Specialist - Database in Johns Creek, GA.
Education and Expertise
Raghavan Sampath holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Operations Management and Supervision from Indira Gandhi National Open University, which he completed from 2002 to 2004. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Elements of Insurance from Annamalai University between 1998 and 2001. Additionally, he completed a Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (D.E.E.E.) at Polytechnic Careers from 1989 to 1992. His expertise includes data migration, database architecture design, and database tuning.
Technical Skills and Tools
Raghavan Sampath demonstrates proficiency in various database administration tools and methodologies. He has hands-on experience with SQL Replication products such as IBM DB2 Data Propagator, Oracle Golden Gate, and Infosphere Federated Server. He utilizes db administration tools like IBM Data Studio and CA Platinum DB2 Suite, along with DB2 middleware tools such as DB2 Connect. His skill set supports his effective management of database systems.
Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
Raghavan Sampath possesses strong leadership skills, which include effective interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation abilities. His experience in managing teams and coordinating onsite-offshore operations contributes to his effectiveness in database administration and project management.