Aila Annala
About Aila Annala
Aila Annala is a Data Architect with extensive experience in data management and cloud solutions. She has worked at Solita since 2015 and previously held positions at Digia Plc and Affecto, while holding degrees in Information Technology and Management & Service Business.
Work at Solita
Aila Annala has been employed at Solita since 2015, serving as a Data Architect for nine years. In this role, she applies her expertise in data architecture and management to develop solutions that meet client needs. Her responsibilities include utilizing Agile methods to enhance collaboration and iterative development processes. Aila's work at Solita emphasizes the integration of advanced data practices, including DataOps and DevOps, to streamline data management and software development.
Previous Experience at Digia Plc and Affecto
Before joining Solita, Aila Annala worked at Digia Plc as an IT Consultant from 2000 to 2007 for seven years. Following her tenure at Digia, she spent eight years at Affecto as a Senior Consultant from 2007 to 2015. During these periods, she gained extensive experience in IT consulting and data management, which laid the foundation for her current role as a Data Architect.
Education and Expertise
Aila Annala holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Information Technology from Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, where she studied from 1995 to 1999. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Management & Service Business from Satakunta University of Applied Sciences (SAMK) between 2021 and 2023. Her educational background equips her with a solid understanding of both technical and managerial aspects of data architecture.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Aila Annala possesses advanced SQL skills, which are essential for data manipulation and querying across various database systems. She specializes in Data Vault methodology, a system used for business intelligence and data warehousing. Additionally, Aila has expertise in cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS, indicating her proficiency in cloud-based data solutions. Her incorporation of DataOps and DevOps practices demonstrates her commitment to enhancing data management and software development processes.