Linda Kimble
Auckland
Summary
I design and build data solutions that make information easier to access, understand, and use. My work spans data engineering, business intelligence, and solution design, including data warehouse development, reporting, and modern cloud data platforms. I work mainly with Microsoft Fabric, Azure, SQL Server, Power BI, and Snowflake, and have experience across the full data lifecycle — from integration and modelling to analysis and visualisation. I value clear communication, practical design, and delivering solutions that genuinely support business needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Consultant
Fulcrum Decision (FDL)
01.2024 - Current
- Lead solution design and implementation for data warehouse and cloud modernisation projects
- Conduct current state assessments and define future-state architectures for legacy system redevelopment
- Build and manage data pipelines, ETL processes, and data models using Microsoft Fabric, ADF, and SQL
- Develop and optimise reporting and dashboards in Power BI and Snowflake
- Manage delivery from planning through execution, including scope, budget, and client communications
- Contribute to proposals, estimates, and internal framework development to support FDL’s consulting delivery model
Senior Systems Consultant
EBSphere (Pty) Ltd
10.2019 - 12.2023
- Gathered and documented client requirements during onboarding and enhancement phases
- Designed and developed SQL-driven workflows and business logic for investment operations
- Built and maintained C# components for system functionality and integration
- Configured and customised client environments to support fund withdrawal calculations and other financial processes
- Performed end-to-end testing and validation of new implementations
- Provided production support and resolved client issues via the issue tracking system
- Developed custom reports and templates for client use
- Delivered user training, handover documentation, and post-implementation support
Business Intelligence Production Manager
Nedbank
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed daily production operations for BI systems, ensuring data availability and compliance with SLAs
- Led a team of 4–7 developers responsible for maintaining and supporting production data warehouses
- Monitored and optimised in-house ETL processes that integrated data from text files and SQL Server sources
- Developed and maintained T-SQL stored procedures, triggers, and tables for data quality and transformation
- Acted as Scrum Master, facilitating Agile ceremonies and ensuring continuous delivery of BI solutions
- Allocated work and standby schedules, monitored adherence, and coordinated incident response
- Collaborated with business stakeholders to deliver accurate business intelligence outputs
- Supported performance management and mentoring of team members
Senior Business Intelligence Developer / I.T Project Manager
OTD Logistics (Naspers)
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Managed multiple concurrent eCommerce and logistics projects for clients such as Woolworths, Truworths, and Clicks
- Led end-to-end project delivery using Agile methodology, from planning to deployment
- Conducted client engagement, consultation, and prioritisation of initiatives at Steerco level
- Designed and developed ETL processes and data models using Microsoft SQL Server and SSIS
- Built and maintained data warehouses following Kimball dimensional modelling principles
- Designed operational and management dashboards in Power BI and SSRS
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, including developers and warehouse operations staff, to align technical delivery with business outcomes
Senior Business Intelligence Developer
Hollard
05.2014 - 01.2018
- Designed and implemented end-to-end data warehouse systems to support core insurance and financial operations
- Built and optimised ETL processes in SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) for multiple operational data sources
- Developed interactive dashboards and performance reports using Power BI and SSRS
- Performed data profiling and dimensional modelling to improve accuracy, governance, and consistency of reporting
- Partnered with stakeholders to define KPIs and translate business requirements into scalable BI solutions
- Developed an internal C# cash reconciliation application that automated payment matching and reduced manual effort
- Delivered user training, documentation, and ongoing production support for business-critical data warehouse systems
Business Intelligence Consultant
Decision Inc.
01.2013 - 04.2014
- Joined the Macsteel SAP R/3 integration project which required data migration from an Oracle ERP based application into the SAP/R3 enterprise solution.
- Developed data warehouse at Sizwe Medical Services using SAP Data Services to extract, load & transform data for consumption by SAP Business Objects Reports.
- Extensively used SAP Web Intelligence XIR3.1/4.0/SAP Universe Designer\ SAP Information Design Tool, SAP Crystal Reports 2011, SAP Data Services
- Data warehouse design and development
Business Intelligence Team Lead
IDI Technologies
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Managing staff (incl. performance reviews & works skills planning)
- Implementing Dimensional Modelling, Project Management, Data Warehouse Design, ETL Design & ETL
- Developing (MSSQL 2008\2012), Data Quality Management & Data Governance, Service Provider Engagement and Consultation, Cube Development (MSQL 2008), Disaster Recovery Planning
- Developing report\dashboard using Performance Point Dashboard Designer & Excel
- Gathering and documenting business requirements
- Developing/maintaining insurance warehouse at Hollard using Microsoft BI stack
SQL Consultant Developer
Ke Concepts
01.2010 - 09.2011
- ETL Design and Development, Active X Scripting (MSSQL2000), Migrating MSSQL2000 to MSSQL2005
- Application support – local & international
- Report development using SSRS and Crystal Reports
- Data migration and integration from legacy systems
- Data reconciliation and month end balancing
- SQL Procedure development and design for business related calculations
Business Intelligence Consultant
Harvey Jones (PTY) LTD
11.2008 - 12.2009
- ETL Design and Development, Designing and Implementing Performance Point Server 2007
- Development of SSIS packages for data integration
- Design and development of data warehouse using Kimball methodology
- Positions and responsibilities prior to 2008 available on request
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Computer Science and Business Management
University of Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth, South Africa01.2001
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Kimberley Girls High School
Kimberley, South AfricaSkills
- Microsoft Azure (including Key Vault, Storage Accounts, Entra ID)
- Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory
- Git and CI/CD Pipelines (DevOps, GitHub)
- Docker and Containerised Environments
- Data Warehouse Design, ETL/ELT Development, Metadata-driven Pipelines
- SQL Server, Snowflake, Power BI, SAP Data Platform
- Python, T-SQL, SSIS
- Data Governance, Quality, and Security
- NET Framework, C#, VBNET
- API Integration, Web Application Development (Django, Bootstrap, Flask)
- HTML, JavaScript, and basic front-end frameworks
- Agile Project Management and Delivery
- Business Analysis and Solution Design
- Continuous Improvement and Process Optimisation
Certification
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals — Earned Jan 21, 2023
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals — Earned Sep 15, 2020
- MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014 — Earned Sep 19, 2013
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) — Earned Mar 26, 2013
- Microsoft Certified Dynamics (Legacy): Microsoft CRM Installation & Configuration v1.2 — Earned Mar 28, 2007
Skills
English & Afrikaans– fluent (written & spoken)
Timeline
Principal Consultant
Fulcrum Decision (FDL)
01.2024 - Current
Senior Systems Consultant
EBSphere (Pty) Ltd
10.2019 - 12.2023
Business Intelligence Production Manager
Nedbank
12.2018 - 09.2019
Senior Business Intelligence Developer / I.T Project Manager
OTD Logistics (Naspers)
02.2018 - 11.2018
Senior Business Intelligence Developer
Hollard
05.2014 - 01.2018
Business Intelligence Consultant
Decision Inc.
01.2013 - 04.2014
Business Intelligence Team Lead
IDI Technologies
10.2011 - 12.2012
SQL Consultant Developer
Ke Concepts
01.2010 - 09.2011
Business Intelligence Consultant
Harvey Jones (PTY) LTD
11.2008 - 12.2009
National Senior Certificate - undefined
Kimberley Girls High School
Bachelor of Commerce - Computer Science and Business Management
University of Port Elizabeth