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Reydi Ramirez

Experienced IT Professional (DevOps, SRE)
Santo Domingo

Summary

IT Project Manager | Virtual IT Infrastructure Expert
(Specialized in Cloud Computing, DevOps, Virtualization, Backups, and Databases)

Focused on planning, design, implementation, tuning, documentation, and maintenance of IT projects, with a strong emphasis on efficiency, security, and scalability.

Strengths include adaptability and the ability to learn new technologies quickly. Committed to automation with a "do it well once and forget about it" approach, having implemented significant automation across various IT environments.

Driven by continuous learning, always seeking opportunities to enhance project outcomes. Also dedicated to mentoring and supporting team members in their professional development.

Known for a positive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to embrace challenges while adapting to diverse environments and requirements.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior DevOps Engineer

Asociación Popular De Ahorros Y Prestamos
01.2025 - Current
  • Designed and implemented containerization strategies using Docker and Openshift
  • Contributed to the creation of a DevOps culture within the organization, leading to increased agility and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Collaborated with development teams to streamline software releases, resulting in faster timetomarket.
  • Optimized resource usage by implementing and managing infrastructure as code, leading to cost efficiencies.
  • Led adoption of agile methodologies, improving project delivery times and team responsiveness to change.
  • Orchestrated continuous integration and delivery pipelines for faster software releases, improving release efficiency.

Corporate IT Project Manager

Grumasa S.A. - Inversiones Ocre Rojo
03.2019 - 10.2024

Managed IT Projects and Infrastructure for a business group overseeing several prestigious hotels in the Dominican Republic, including Secrets Royal Beach, Breathless Punta Cana, Dreams Royal Beach, Dreams Onyx, Dreams Flora, Secrets Tides and others.

  • Deployment and Reliability of Critical Applications: Led the deployment of enterprise applications and platforms, ensuring high availability, performance, and scalability across environments like VMware, Windows Servers, Linux Enterprise, Azure, AWS, and Docker.
  • Infrastructure Management: Managed 80+ servers and optimized configurations to support critical business operations, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless service delivery.
  • Backup and Recovery: Designed and executed enterprise-grade strategies using Veeam Backup and custom scripts, ensuring business continuity and quick recovery in case of disruptions
  • Team Leadership: Directed cross-functional teams, optimizing resource allocation and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and continuous improvement.
  • Budget Management: Managed budgets for multiple concurrent projects, tracking expenses and reallocating resources effectively to remain within financial constraints.
  • Resource Optimization: Analyzed infrastructure performance to fine-tune resource utilization, reducing operational costs while maintaining top-tier service delivery.
  • Training and Mentorship: Trained team members in DevOps best practices, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
  • Vendor Collaboration: Negotiated contracts with vendors to acquire tools and services critical for infrastructure and application management, achieving cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
  • IT Strategy Implementation: Introduced IT strategies to improve efficiency, empowering personnel with tools and applications tailored to operational needs.

MakerSpace Teacher

Cap Cana Heritage School
08.2017 - 03.2019
  • Collaborated with school administrators to identify areas for improvement within Makerspace program, implementing changes to enhance overall effectiveness. Maintained accurate records of student progress, using data-driven strategies to inform instructional decisions and improve outcomes. Organized workshops for parents and community members, showcasing benefits of hands-on learning. Provided ongoing support to students on independent projects, guiding them through design process from conception to completion.

Innovation Coach

IKidsFuture
02.2016 - 08.2017
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating hands-on projects and group collaboration.
  • Established safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable participating and sharing ideas related to robotics topics.
  • 300+ students.

Education

Associate of Arts - Software Development

Higher Technical Community Institute, Santo Domingo Este, 32
01.2013 - 08.2016

Software Development

Skills

Self-motivated professional

Databases: MSSQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL

Storage: NetApp, Qnap, Lenovo SAN

Source and Version Control: Git, Github, BitBucket, GitLab

CI/CD

Containerization Technologies

IT Infrastructure Management

Network Administration

Teamwork

Self-motivated professional

Timeline

Senior DevOps Engineer - Asociación Popular De Ahorros Y Prestamos
01.2025 - Current
Corporate IT Project Manager - Grumasa S.A. - Inversiones Ocre Rojo
03.2019 - 10.2024
MakerSpace Teacher - Cap Cana Heritage School
08.2017 - 03.2019
Innovation Coach - IKidsFuture
02.2016 - 08.2017
Higher Technical Community Institute - Associate of Arts, Software Development
01.2013 - 08.2016

Languages

English
Spanish

Interests

Car Enthusiast

Basketball

Reydi RamirezExperienced IT Professional (DevOps, SRE)