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Mark McMillan

North Vancouver,BC

Summary

To apply my broad IT knowledge and experience working with a group of likeminded colleagues in a sector that aligns with my core values.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Database Manager

Pacific Salmon Commission
05.2018 - Current
  • Migrated Legacy datasets into databases
  • Built ETL processes for data extracting, transforming, and loading data from disparate systems
  • Built Azure cloud based databases with data management front ends
  • Worked with multiple stakeholders to understand their existing data sets and migrated them into a common shared database structure
  • Assisted biologists, statisticians, and biometricians in modelling using R.

Principal

Lynn Peak Solutions
06.2007 - 01.2018
  • Project based software engineering and systems consulting for clients in waste management, education, and business
  • Responsible for all aspects of IT projects, either independently or with a team, including Data Analysis & Design, Planning & Requirements development, Implementation, Quality Assurance, and Deploymentment & Maintenance.

Chief Technology Officer

TradeBytes Data Corp.
01.2001 - 05.2007
  • Architected and implemented automated feeds from data suppliers
  • Worked directly with large scale clients to identify and define data analysis and extraction requirements
  • Implemented proprietary data query, analysis and extraction tools
  • Recruited, hired, trained, managed and motivated IT staff.

VP Technology

Harmony Integrated
06.2000 - 09.2001
  • Researched GPS hardware, cell phone GPS integration, wireless and satellite coverage infrastructure
  • Designed and managed the development of a real time geographic asset tracking application.

Co-founder

Bayleaf Software Inc.
12.1993 - 05.2001
  • Responsible for all aspects of managing a small technology company including: Interpreting clients business needs and defining software solutions
  • Managing software engineering projects and ensuring deliverables in a fast paced consulting environment
  • Recruiting, hiring, training, motivating, and managing staff.

Analyst

BC Research – Strategic Information Group
06.1991 - 12.1993
  • Responsible for defining and developing data processing routines to support business requirements.

Retail Staff/ R & D

Mountain Equipment Co-op
09.1987 - 05.1991
  • Worked full time and part time as retail staff MEC members to make informed decisions for purchasing gear to support their outdoor activities
  • Acted as a product tester and contributed product design ideas to R & D and buying staff.

Education

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Post Diploma Program -

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
01.1990

Bachelor of Applied Science, Engineering Physics (electrical option) -

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
01.1986

References

References available upon request.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Ocean Kayaking
  • Orienteering – as an international competitor, map maker, and event official
  • Trail Running
  • Cross-Country Skiing
  • Hiking & Camping
  • Cycling (Mountain and Road)
  • Soccer – as a competitor, adult and youth coach (B Provincial License – highest provincial level), and ardent fan
  • Travel
  • Family

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Database Manager

Pacific Salmon Commission
05.2018 - Current

Principal

Lynn Peak Solutions
06.2007 - 01.2018

Chief Technology Officer

TradeBytes Data Corp.
01.2001 - 05.2007

VP Technology

Harmony Integrated
06.2000 - 09.2001

Co-founder

Bayleaf Software Inc.
12.1993 - 05.2001

Analyst

BC Research – Strategic Information Group
06.1991 - 12.1993

Retail Staff/ R & D

Mountain Equipment Co-op
09.1987 - 05.1991

Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Post Diploma Program -

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Applied Science, Engineering Physics (electrical option) -

University of British Columbia

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