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LOKESH DUVVURU

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Over 8+ years of hands-on experience in database and data warehouse development within the Retail or B2B Systems industry, with a specialization in Microsoft D365 platforms. Results-oriented professional with a background in Computer Science and a proven track record in Systems Integration and Application Development within Retail and B2B Systems. Proficient in DBMS platform PostgreSQL with advanced knowledge of SQL Server Engine architecture and Integration Services. Demonstrated cloud experience, particularly in Azure, with proven expertise in Azure Logic Apps and Azure Functions. Strong SQL skills encompassing tables and views, indexing, query execution plans, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. Skilled in designing and implementing OLTP database schemas, logical and physical database design, and relational data modeling (ERD). Familiarity with scripting languages for task automation. Experienced in monitoring database performance, diagnosing and resolving bottlenecks. Proficient in version control systems like Confluence, providing production support, and resolving incidents promptly with SME-level knowledge. Comfortable using Jira and Confluence tools in day-to-day activities. Agile methodology adept, ensuring effective collaboration in a dynamic work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Software Developer/ Database Specialist

OCS-ONTARIO CANNABIS STORE
Toronto, ON
02.2024 - Current

Analysis & Planning
• Analyze application requirements and provide effort estimates for software development
and enhancement tasks.
• Review functional requirements, specifications, and wireframes to support application
development activities.
• Maintain strong knowledge of assigned application domains to support effective software
implementation and maintenance.
Software Development
• Design, write, modify, integrate, and test application-level software code according to
defined requirements and specifications.
• Translate functional requirements and wireframes into working software applications and
features.
• Refactor and update legacy application code to improve performance, functionality, and
maintainability.
• Develop and maintain real-time and batch application interfaces to support business
operations.
• Develop small to mid-sized software applications and enhancements where no suitable
commercial solution exists.
• Write programs to extract, transform, validate, and process data using messaging and
integration tools (e.g., Kafka).
• Develop application programs to support data conversions, corrections, and routine data
processing tasks.
• Configure and support SaaS and COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) software applications
with appropriate training.
• Follow established development tools, coding standards, guidelines, and conventions.
• Develop code using modern development practices, including Continuous Integration,
Continuous Deployment, and agile methodologies.
Testing & Documentation
• Participate in secure code reviews to ensure software quality and compliance with
standards.
• Develop unit test cases, execute tests, and validate results during the software testing
process.
• Test and debug applications in collaboration with business and testing teams to resolve
defects.
• Utilize test-driven development and automated testing frameworks where applicable.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation for newly developed or modified software
programs.
• Provide input into user guides and training materials related to supported applications.
Support & Maintenance
• Participate in triage meetings to review application defects, issues, and required fixes
identified during testing or production use.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, resolve, and escalate application-related problems as required.
• Assist users by responding to application-related questions and supporting issue
resolution.
• Identify when additional technical assistance is required and escalate issues appropriately.
• Participate in application upgrades, maintenance activities, and ongoing software support
tasks and Escalates issues as appropriate

SQL Developer

DB SCHENKER
Mississauga, Canada
01.2023 - 02.2024

• Designed, developed, and maintained SQL-based application components to support enterprise
systems and business operations.
• analyzed business and technical requirements and translated them into structured SQL code,
stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
• Developed and optimized complex Transact-SQL queries, views, and database objects to
support application functionality and reporting needs.
• Integrated database logic with enterprise applications to ensure seamless data processing and system performance.
• Improved existing SQL code to enhance performance, efficiency, and maintainability of applications.
• Developed data processing routines to support batch jobs, workflows, and system integrations.
• Participated in software testing, debugging, and validation to ensure reliability and accuracy of
database-driven applications.
• Implemented database and application updates in coordination with development teams.
• Followed coding standards, secure development practices, and version control procedures. • Provided production support by troubleshooting SQL-related issues and optimizing application performance.
• Collaborated within Agile/Scrum teams throughout the full Software Development Life Cycle
(SDLC), utilizing version control systems (e.g., Git/TFS) and participating in peer code reviews to ensure code integrity.
Deliverables and Achievable
• Optimization of SQL queries and stored procedures
• Strong knowledge of Transact-SQL
• Experience with developing complex SQL queries, stored procedures and materialized views
• Anticipating Assist developers and end-users with database usage, query development and tuning.
• Ability to partner with teams such as developers, vendors, analysts, and project managers
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a group setting. Consistent and proper communication to management and team.
• Must be able to provide after hours on-call support for 24/7 mission critical applications.
• Experience of Scripting in Microsoft and/or Linux environments
• Strong understanding of SQL Tuning
• Review SQL logs

Jr. Business Analyst

COVALENSE GLOBAL PVT LTD
Hyderabad, India
07.2018 - 11.2020
  • Analyzed large-scale business and transactional datasets using SQL and Base SAS 9.4 to support
    reporting, analytics, and decision-making.
  • Developed and executed SAS programs using DATA steps, PROC SOL, PROC SUMMARY and PROC
    REPORT to extract, transform, and validate data from relational databases.
  • Wrote and optimized complex SQL queries, joins, and aggregations for data validation, reconciliation, and
    reporti ng requ irements.
  • Performed data quality checks, reconciliations, and anomaly detection to ensure accuracy and consistency
    across multiple data sources.
  • Supported Power Bl reporting by preparing, validating, and structuring datasets, KPls, and calculated
    measures for dashboards.
  • Translated business requirements into technical data logic, validation rules, and reporting specifications, and
    supported UAT and defect resolution
  • Proficient in designing, creating, and maintaining SQL/SAS databases
  • Skilled in developing database schemas, tables, views, and stored procedures
  • Strong expertise in writing complex SQL/SAS queries to extract and manipulate data effectively
  • Experience in data selection, updating, deletion, and insertion operations
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze extensive datasets using SQL/SAS for insightful reports
  • Experience in generating routine and ad-hoc reports using tools like SAS Visual Analytics
  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, or SAS Analytics for creating insightful reports and dashboards
  • Optimizing database performance by resolving bottlenecks and fine-tuning SQL queries
  • Proficiency in implementing indexing strategies for improved efficiency
  • Skilled in designing and implementing ETL processes for data movement and transformation
  • Experience in data cleansing, validation, and transformation
  • Collaborative team player with the ability to work alongside data analysts, scientists, and stakeholders
  • Commitment to staying updated with the latest SQL/SAS technologies and best practices
  • Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills to identify and resolve database-related issues
  • Experience in project planning, task estimation, and meeting deadlines
  • Adherence to coding standards and best practices throughout project execution.

SAS 9.4 business Analyst

IProcess Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Hyderabad
07.2017 - 04.2018

• Gathering and documenting business and regulatory reporting requirements and

translating them into structured database and data processing specifications for banking

information systems.

• Assisting in the design, enhancement, and maintenance of relational database

structures and data models to support reporting applications, ensuring efficient storage,

retrieval, and consistency of data.

• Developing, modifying, and optimizing SQL queries, stored procedures, and database

scripts to extract, validate, transform, and reconcile large volumes of transactional and

financial data.

• Operating and analyzing datasets using SAS 9.4 tools (DATA steps, PROC SQL, PROC

SUMMARY, PROC REPORT) t o generate analytical outputs, perform data mining

activities, and support regulatory reporting processes.

• Performing comprehensive data validation, reconciliation checks, exception handling,

and documentation of data definitions, access rules, and reporting logic to maintain data

integrity and governance standards.

• Supporting system testing, database refresh cycles, backup validation activities, and

collaborating with I T and reporting teams to ensure secure, compliant, and reliable

database operations.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Information Technology For Business

Confederation College
ThunderBay, ON
11.2020 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communication Engineering

RMK Engineering College
Chennai, India
08.2013 - 05.2017

Skills

  • Programming Languages: SQL, T-Sql, Pl/Sql, SAS
  • Version Control: Git,confluence, Jira
  • Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL
  • Database Structures Expertise
  • SQL Reporting
  • PL and SQL Development
  • Performance Tuning
  • Database Troubleshooting
  • Indexing Strategies
  • Stored Procedures
  • Agile Methodology
  • Azure Logic Apps
  • Azure Data Factory

Timeline

Software Developer/ Database Specialist

OCS-ONTARIO CANNABIS STORE
02.2024 - Current

SQL Developer

DB SCHENKER
01.2023 - 02.2024

Post Graduate Diploma - Information Technology For Business

Confederation College
11.2020 - 08.2022

Jr. Business Analyst

COVALENSE GLOBAL PVT LTD
07.2018 - 11.2020

SAS 9.4 business Analyst

IProcess Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
07.2017 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communication Engineering

RMK Engineering College
08.2013 - 05.2017
LOKESH DUVVURU