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 management, having held roles at various organizations including WebMD and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Work at Two Sigma
Adhip Joshi has been employed at Two Sigma as a Senior Database Engineer since 2018. In this role, he focuses on enhancing database management processes through the implementation of infrastructure as code practices. His contributions have improved the efficiency and reliability of the database systems within the organization. Two Sigma, located in New York, New York, is known for its data-driven investment strategies and innovative technology solutions.
Previous Experience in Database Administration
Before joining Two Sigma, Adhip Joshi held several significant positions in database administration. He worked at WebMD as a Lead Database Administrator from 2016 to 2018 and previously served as a Senior Database Administrator at the same company from 2010 to 2016. His experience also includes roles at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Crunch Fitness, where he was a Lead Database Administrator and DBA, respectively. Additionally, he worked at the Wildlife Conservation Society as a DBA.
Education and Expertise
Adhip Joshi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the Department of Technology at Savitribai Phule Pune University, which he completed from 1999 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Computer Science from Binghamton University between 2004 and 2006. His expertise includes managing distributed, highly available, and scalable database solutions across both Linux and Windows environments.
Technical Skills and Tools
Adhip Joshi utilizes a diverse set of tools and technologies to optimize database infrastructure. His skill set includes CHEF, Ruby, bash, PowerShell, and various AWS services such as EC2, RDS, and S3. He also employs Terraform, Packer, and CloudFormation in his work. These tools enable him to enhance database management and support the transition to a DevOps mindset within his team.
Advocacy for DevOps Practices
In his professional career, Adhip Joshi has advocated for the adoption of a DevOps mindset within his teams. This transition has led to improved collaboration and operational workflows, contributing to more efficient database management processes. His efforts in promoting DevOps practices reflect his commitment to enhancing team performance and operational effectiveness.