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Damla Peker

Vancouver,CA

Summary

Data Analytics & Engineering Professional with 9+ years of experience in data analysis, ETL development, report automation, and data warehouse operations, specializing in the industrial manufacturing, telecom, and insurance sectors.
Skilled in designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines, transforming raw data into meaningful insights using SQL, Python, Power BI, and PostgreSQL.
Experienced in end-to-end BI development — from ETL workflows and data modeling to real-time dashboards and KPI reporting for HR, Finance, and Operations teams.
Proficient in data visualization, DAX, Power Query, and implementing Row-Level Security (RLS) in Power BI.
Hands-on experience in real-time data processing and historian integrations in manufacturing environments (SCADA/PLC).
Cloud-aware and familiar with Azure DevOps and API-based data integration.
Holds a Master’s degree in Big Data Analytics and Management and passionate about delivering efficient, reliable, and insightful data solutions to empower decision-makers.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Data Software Developer

QCA Systems
09.2022 - Current

Internal Projects (QCA – HR & Finance):

  • Developed Power BI dashboards for employee performance, hourly tracking, and operational KPIs.
  • Used DAX, Power Query, and Row-Level Security (RLS) to build dynamic, user-specific reports.
  • Integrated data from APIs and SQL Server to support interactive analytics and decision-making.

External Clients (Industrial Manufacturing Sites):

  • Built real-time monitoring and alarm systems in Ignition SCADA using data from PLCs and sensors.
  • Designed and deployed dashboards in Ignition (Vision & Perspective) to visualize operational KPIs directly from live sensor and historian data.
  • Developed backend logic with Python and SQL Server stored procedures for automation and diagnostics.
  • Enabled seamless IT–OT integration by preparing and delivering real-time SCADA data to SQL databases and client-specific reporting platforms.
  • Created ETL flows to combine data from multiple sources and generate meaningful outputs for operators and engineers.
  • Developed UI components (e.g., export buttons, filters, toggles) within Ignition to support user actions and file exports (CSV, Excel), enhancing usability and report delivery.

Senior ETL Developer

AGESA
05.2020 - 06.2023
  • Implemented Agile methodologies and used Jira for end-to-end task tracking, improving team efficiency and on-time project delivery.
  • Built ETL pipelines using Python, SQL, and IBM DataStage; leveraged PySpark, Kafka, and Elasticsearch in a Big Data Transformation Project, achieving a 30% reduction in ETL time.
  • Designed interactive dashboards and reports using IBM Cognos and Power BI, supporting strategic decision-making across departments.
  • Delivered visually intuitive analytics solutions, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Managed OLAP/OLTP systems and implemented DataOps practices, optimizing data pipelines and enhancing system performance.
  • Led a Customer Engagement Project, improving real-time data delivery and ETL accuracy. Conducted stakeholder meetings to gather detailed requirements aligned with business needs.

Data Warehouse Senior Specialist

VODAFONE
01.2018 - 05.2020
  • Enhanced ETL efficiency and reliability through proactive 24/7 monitoring, ensuring data accuracy, business continuity, and timely report delivery.
  • Managed ETL operations using Oracle ODI and UC4, reducing job failures by 25% and improving data processing time by 35%.
  • Automated scheduling and agent control with shell scripts on Linux/Unix, increasing automation by 30% and reducing manual effort by 35%.
  • Led data transfer projects between Exadata systems, contributing to optimized performance and successful delivery.
  • Gained hands-on experience in build automation, installation scripting, and release management on Unix environments.
  • Implemented CI/CD pipelines to streamline development workflows, enabling efficient continuous integration and delivery.

Business Intelligence Consultant

TURK TELEKOM
03.2016 - 01.2018
  • Developed and deployed ETL packages using Oracle ODI and Informatica, ensuring reliable data integration across the Data Warehouse.
  • Optimized monthly dealer reports using UC4, improving precision by 15% and reducing turnaround time by 20%, boosting operational planning.
  • Streamlined ETL workflows by integrating data into the ODS layer and resolving inconsistencies; applied SQL tuning to reduce job runtimes.
  • Provided ongoing technical support and issue resolution to improve data processing reliability.
  • Utilized SQL and PL/SQL for efficient data manipulation, ensuring accurate and optimized database operations.

Business Analyst

ERICSSON
11.2014 - 03.2016
  • Applied Agile and Waterfall methodologies to streamline project execution and enhance cross-team collaboration.
  • Configured and deployed tariff updates on Ericsson Charging System, including full-cycle testing, validation, and handover to QA for live monitoring.
  • Facilitated weekly stakeholder meetings, gathering business requirements and translating them into detailed tracking spreadsheets.
  • Delivered key Excel reports on tariff usage and customer behavior, enabling data-driven promotion strategies that improved retention and acquisition.

Education

Master of Science - Data Analytics and Management

Nisantasi University
Istanbul, TR
03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Anadolu University
Eskisehir, TR
08.2014

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Programming
  • Software development
  • Software debugging
  • Agile development methodologies
  • API integration
  • SQL integration
  • Application development
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Cloud computing
  • Machine learning
  • Technical analysis
  • Virtualization

Timeline

Data Software Developer

QCA Systems
09.2022 - Current

Senior ETL Developer

AGESA
05.2020 - 06.2023

Data Warehouse Senior Specialist

VODAFONE
01.2018 - 05.2020

Business Intelligence Consultant

TURK TELEKOM
03.2016 - 01.2018

Business Analyst

ERICSSON
11.2014 - 03.2016

Master of Science - Data Analytics and Management

Nisantasi University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering

Anadolu University
Damla Peker