Akmal S.
About Akmal S.
Akmal S. is a SysOps Engineer with over 7 years of experience in Linux systems administration, currently working at SOPHiA GENETICS in Boston. He actively mentors team members and employs DevOps practices to optimize system performance and security.
Work at SOPHiA GENETICS
Currently, Akmal S. serves as a SysOps Engineer at SOPHiA GENETICS, a role he has held since 2019. In this position, he is responsible for monitoring the infrastructure and ensuring optimal performance across various systems. His work involves systems design, development, integration, and security. Akmal actively participates in a collaborative environment, mentoring team members and sharing his knowledge to enhance team performance.
Previous Experience at General Motors
Before joining SOPHiA GENETICS, Akmal S. worked at General Motors as a Linux System Administrator from 2012 to 2015. During his three years there, he gained valuable experience in Linux system administration, contributing to the management and optimization of the company's IT infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Akmal S. holds a Bachelor's degree from Tashkent Financial Institute, which he completed from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree from Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Berlin between 2009 and 2011. He also holds a Red Hat certification, which demonstrates his expertise in Linux systems administration.
Technical Skills and Tools
Akmal S. has over seven years of experience in the administration of Linux systems. He utilizes DevOps practices and is proficient in automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes. Additionally, he has gained hands-on experience in Azure Cloud and VMware environments, contributing to his comprehensive skill set in systems operations.
Research and Development Contributions
In his role at SOPHiA GENETICS, Akmal S. engages in research, development, integration, and release of innovative strategies. He actively recommends solutions within his team, contributing to the advancement of operational processes and system efficiencies.