Gints R.

Data Engineer

Gints is a seasoned Technical Lead and Data Engineer with over 20 years of commercial experience designing and delivering robust data solutions. He specializes in the Azure ecosystem, with deep expertise in Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake and Blob Storage, PySpark, and SQL. He also brings long-standing proficiency in traditional ETL technologies, including SSIS and SQL Server.

In a recent engagement, Gints played a transformational role in turning around a struggling analytics initiative. He rebuilt the project as a modern, scalable data service on Azure Cloud, overcoming complex platform constraints through innovative problem-solving, technical rigor, and hands-on leadership.

Known for his dedication to data quality, strategic thinking, and collaborative approach, Gints delivers solutions that are both technically sound and business-aligned. His ability to lead teams, navigate technical challenges, and deliver insights that truly support end users makes him a highly valuable contributor to any data-driven organization.

Main expertise

  • Bicep
    Bicep 3 years
  • Microsoft Excel
    Microsoft Excel 16 years
  • Azure Synapse
    Azure Synapse 5 years

Other skills

  • PowerShell
    PowerShell 11 years
  • JavaScript
    JavaScript 11 years
  • PHP
    PHP 11 years
Gints

Gints R.

Latvia

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Selected experience

Employment

  • Technical lead/Data engineer

    If Insurance - 3 years 1 month

    • Contributed to the design and development of a new analytical platform in Azure.
    • Guided the implementation of data orchestration processes using Azure Data Factory.
    • Oversaw data processing and querying with Synapse Analytics.
    • Managed large-scale data storage solutions leveraging Azure Data Lake and Blob Storage.
    • Implemented data transformations using PySpark and SQL.
    • Delivered a modern, scalable analytics platform aligned with business requirements.

    Technologies:

    • Technologies:
    • Databricks Databricks
    • MSSQL MSSQL
    • T-SQL T-SQL
    • Postman Postman
    • Python Python
    • SQL SQL
    • Oracle Oracle
    • Azure Azure
    • Azure Blob storage Azure Blob storage
    • Microsoft Power BI Microsoft Power BI
    • Teradata Teradata
    • Azure Data Factory Azure Data Factory
    • DevOps DevOps
    • Data Engineering
    • API
    • CSV
    • SSIS SSIS
    • JSON JSON
    • Data Analytics
    • Azure Synapse Azure Synapse
    • Azure Cloud Azure Cloud
    • Data Modeling
    • ETL ETL
    • XML XML
    • Database Testing
    • Performance Testing
    • Manual Testing
    • PowerShell PowerShell
    • Integration Testing
    • SharePoint SharePoint
    • Dimensional modeling
    • Fact Data Modeling
    • Azure Service Bus Azure Service Bus
    • Data Governance
    • PySpark PySpark
    • Data Quality
    • Bicep Bicep
    • SSRS
    • Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel

  • Senior DWH Developer/Tech lead

    If Insurance - 8 years 1 month

    • Designed and built a new Data Warehouse (DWH) from the ground up, integrating data from one of the largest .NET-based systems.
    • Collaborated with the DWH Architect to ensure a scalable and efficient architecture.
    • Developed ETL workflows using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
    • Implemented and optimized stored procedures and SQL queries for high-performance data processing.
    • Applied Star Schema modeling based on Kimball methodology to support business intelligence and analytical reporting.

    Technologies:

    • Technologies:
    • MSSQL MSSQL
    • T-SQL T-SQL
    • C# C#
    • .NET .NET
    • Microsoft Power BI Microsoft Power BI
    • API
    • CSV
    • SSIS SSIS
    • JSON JSON
    • Data Analytics
    • PL/SQL PL/SQL
    • Data Modeling
    • ETL ETL
    • XML XML
    • Database Testing
    • PowerShell PowerShell
    • Microsoft Power Automate Microsoft Power Automate
    • Data Governance
    • Data Quality

  • Senior Software developer

    Tieto - 2 years 3 months

    • Contributed to the development of the State Education Information System (VIIS), a national platform for managing educational data in Latvia.
    • Participated in the maintenance and enhancement of system functionalities to ensure reliability and scalability.
    • Supported data integration and processing to enable efficient management of national education records.

    Technologies:

    • Technologies:
    • Java Java
    • Postman Postman
    • C# C#
    • SQL SQL
    • .NET .NET
    • ASP.NET ASP.NET
    • .NET Core .NET Core
    • .NET framework .NET framework
    • API
    • CSV
    • Agile Agile
    • JSON JSON
    • PL/SQL PL/SQL
    • XML XML
    • Database Testing
    • Performance Testing
    • Manual Testing
    • PowerShell PowerShell
    • Integration Testing
    • SharePoint SharePoint
    • Data Quality
    • SSRS
    • Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel

  • Data warehouse developer

    Swedbank - 4 years 7 months

    • Participated in a large-scale initiative to consolidate three Pan-Baltic data warehouses into a unified Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW).
    • Supported the EURO project implementation across the Baltic countries as part of the data team.
    • Contributed to cross-border collaboration, ensuring alignment of data standards and integration practices.
    • Assisted in developing scalable data solutions to enhance regional reporting and analytical capabilities.

    Technologies:

    • Technologies:
    • SQL SQL
    • Oracle Oracle
    • Teradata Teradata
    • CSV
    • Agile Agile
    • SSIS SSIS
    • JSON JSON
    • Data Analytics
    • Data Modeling
    • ETL ETL
    • XML XML
    • Database Testing
    • Performance Testing
    • Manual Testing
    • Integration Testing
    • Oracle Data Integrator
    • Data Quality
    • Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel

  • Web developer

    HCC - 1 year 6 months

    • Contributed to the development of a news portal, ensuring functionality, usability, and scalability;

    • Participated in the design and implementation of a web-based document management system;

    • Assisted in integrating content and document workflows to improve accessibility and user experience;

    • Supported ongoing maintenance and enhancements to ensure stable performance of both platforms.

    Technologies:

    • Technologies:
    • PHP PHP
    • MySQL MySQL
    • JavaScript JavaScript
    • HTML HTML
    • CSS CSS
    • Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
    • SQL SQL

  • Web developer

    Lattelecom - 1 year

    • Developed online advertisements using Macromedia Flash for various clients;

    • Created graphic designs and layouts for youth magazines;

    • Built and maintained simple web pages to support online presence and user engagement.

    Technologies:

    • Technologies:
    • PHP PHP
    • JavaScript JavaScript
    • HTML HTML
    • CSS CSS
    • Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop
    • Adobe Flash Adobe Flash

Education

  • MSc.Computer science

    Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies · 2010 - 2012

  • BSc.Computer science

    Transport and Telecommunication Institute (TSI) · 2002 - 2006

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