Adhip Joshi
About Adhip Joshi
Adhip Joshi is a Senior Database Engineer at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in database administration, having held positions at WebMD, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and other organizations.
Work at Two Sigma
Adhip Joshi has served as a Senior Database Engineer at Two Sigma since 2018. His role involves managing and optimizing database systems to support the company's data-driven initiatives. He has contributed to the development of a Database-as-a-Service (DBaaS) self-service product, which facilitates the provisioning and management of PostgreSQL databases. Additionally, he has implemented GCP CloudSQL support within the DBaaS product, enhancing its capabilities. Joshi has also established performance monitoring for MSSQL Server and PostgreSQL platforms, utilizing Datadog agents and APIs.
Previous Experience at WebMD
Prior to joining Two Sigma, Adhip Joshi worked at WebMD as a Lead Database Administrator from 2016 to 2018. His responsibilities included overseeing database operations and ensuring the reliability of database systems. Before this role, he served as a Senior Database Administrator at WebMD from 2010 to 2016. In these positions, he focused on optimizing database performance and implementing best practices for database management.
Background in Database Administration
Adhip Joshi has a diverse background in database administration, having worked at various organizations. His career began at the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) as a Database Administrator from 2007 to 2008. He also held a DBA position at Crunch Fitness from 2006 to 2007 and worked at The Metropolitan Museum of Art from 2008 to 2010. These experiences provided him with a solid foundation in managing database systems across different industries.
Education and Expertise
Adhip Joshi holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Binghamton University, which he completed from 2004 to 2006. He also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Savitribai Phule Pune University, studying there from 1999 to 2003. His educational background has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his roles in database engineering and administration.
Achievements in Database Management
Throughout his career, Adhip Joshi has achieved significant milestones in database management. He developed an automated maintenance execution framework for over 500 PostgreSQL instances, enhancing operational efficiency. Joshi also created a cost-conscious database lifecycle management framework aimed at optimizing database usage. Additionally, he conducts annual MSSQL Server classes to educate users on best practices for developing database-driven applications.