Jon Cauldwell
Johannesburg
Summary
System and database support specialist skilled in coordinating modifications to meet institutional requirements. Maintains SQL servers for optimal performance and reliability. Drives initiatives that enhance data management and improve user experience. Excel expert with extensive experience in data analysis and reporting.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
System and database support.
Self employed
Johannesburg
01.2016 - Current
Facilitated collaboration with educational institutions to support operation of discontinued system.
Provided SQL administration and support services to aid freelance offerings.
- Assisted in implementing system modifications to meet institutional requirements.
- Coordinated integration of external systems into existing framework.
- Maintained SQL servers to support optimal performance.
Development Manager
OLG
Johannesburg
01.2011 - 12.2015
- Evaluated team performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Monitored project progress, addressing issues promptly to minimise delays.
- Coordinated staff and resources to meet project goals.
Owner / Manager of Software development company.
Self Employed
Johannesburg
04.2003 - 12.2010
- Assisted in maintaining and developing administration systems for schools.
- Continued support and development of the Tupperware systems.
- Managed support and development staff to enhance efficiency.
- Provided support for schools in utilising Excel and MSSQL databases.
Software Development Manager
CS Holdings
Midrand
01.2001 - 03.2003
- Maintained administration systems for schools.
- Maintained systems for Tupperware.
- Supported MSSQL databases and other products used by schools.
Main developer and member.
Consulting Connections cc
Johannesburg
01.1994 - 12.2000
- Maintained and developed systems for Tupperware.
- Consulting Connections won the tender to rewrite an old school administrattion system.
- This was completed and implemented in 1995.
- In 1999 this system was redeloped to run on the windows platform to try prevent millenium issues.
Support and developer.
Consulting Connections
Johannesburg
01.1991 - 12.1993
- Maintained and enhanced sales and reporting system for Tupperware.
- Rewrote and implemented CRM system for Tupperware.
- Developed a centralised system for Tupperware to manage the whole of South Africa and neighbouring countries.
Student
WITS
Johannesburg
01.1990 - 12.1990
- Supported development of a party and sales management system for Tupperware during first year of computer science studies.
- Contributed to nationwide adoption of Tupperware system.
- Provided assistance in improving sales processes through technology.
Developer
Bankorp Data
Johannesburg
07.1986 - 12.1989
- Created comprehensive routines and reports for the MSA system to support accurate data management and decision-making in the groups banks.
Education
System Development & Programming
Van Zyl & Pritchard
JohannesburgSkills
- SQL administration
- Database optimization
- System integration
- Performance tuning
- Data management
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Commitment to excellence
Timeline
System and database support.
Self employed
01.2016 - Current
Development Manager
OLG
01.2011 - 12.2015
Owner / Manager of Software development company.
Self Employed
04.2003 - 12.2010
Software Development Manager
CS Holdings
01.2001 - 03.2003
Main developer and member.
Consulting Connections cc
01.1994 - 12.2000
Support and developer.
Consulting Connections
01.1991 - 12.1993
Student
WITS
01.1990 - 12.1990
Developer
Bankorp Data
07.1986 - 12.1989
System Development & Programming
Van Zyl & Pritchard