Andrew Wales
About Andrew Wales
Andrew Wales is a Senior Oracle Developer currently employed at CenterPoint Energy in Houston, Texas. He has extensive experience in database management, having previously worked at ExxonMobil and Katalyst Data Management, where he developed expertise in Oracle Spatial and Unix platforms.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Andrew Wales has been employed at CenterPoint Energy as a Senior Oracle Developer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for database development and management, utilizing his extensive experience in Oracle technologies. His position is based in Houston, Texas, where he contributes to the company's database infrastructure and ensures optimal performance.
Previous Experience at ExxonMobil
Prior to his current role, Andrew Wales worked at ExxonMobil as a Database Developer from 2018 to 2020. During his two years at the company, he focused on database development tasks, enhancing his skills and knowledge in the field while contributing to various projects.
Career at Katalyst Data Management
Andrew Wales spent nine years at Katalyst Data Management, where he held multiple roles including Senior Database Administrator and Senior Oracle Database Administrator/PL/SQL Developer. His tenure from 2009 to 2018 allowed him to develop expertise in Oracle technologies and database management, significantly contributing to the company's database solutions.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Wales studied at URCS, Alt-Yn College in Newport Gwent, South Wales, UK, where he achieved a Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computer Science. He also completed a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computer Science at Alt-Yr-Yn College. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his technical skills in database management.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Andrew Wales possesses strong skills in requirements analysis, which contribute to effective database design and implementation. He has demonstrated proficiency in Unix platforms, enhancing his capabilities in database management. Additionally, he is skilled in using Foglight, a performance monitoring tool that aids in optimizing database performance. His expertise also includes Oracle Spatial, a specialized database technology for managing spatial data.