Cloud Database Engineer

Location:

We are seeking an experienced DBA with a strong background in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to manage, optimize, and automate our database infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with database management and a solid understanding of IaC tools and practices to ensure our database environments are scalable, reliable, and efficient.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Management:

  • Administer, monitor, and maintain databases (SQL, NoSQL, etc.) to ensure high availability, performance, and security.

  • Perform database backups, restores, and disaster recovery operations.

  • Optimize database performance through indexing, query optimization, and other best practices.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

  • Develop and manage IaC scripts and templates using tools such as Terraform and Ansible to provision and manage database infrastructure.

  • Implement automated deployment pipelines for database changes and configurations.

  • Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to integrate IaC practices into the database lifecycle.

• Automation and Scripting:

  • Create and maintain scripts for automated database tasks, monitoring, and reporting.

  • Develop custom automation solutions to improve database management processes.

• Collaboration and Support:

  • Work closely with development and operations teams to understand database requirements and provide solutions.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues and performance bottlenecks.

• Security and Compliance:

  • Ensure database environments comply with security policies and industry regulations.

  • Implement and enforce database security practices, including access controls and encryption.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

  • Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on database management and performance optimization.

  • Hands-on experience with IaC tools such as Terraform and Ansible.

  • Proficiency with database systems such as Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MongoDB.

• Skills:

  • Strong understanding of database architectures, indexing strategies, and query optimization.

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their database services.

  • Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation purposes.

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Certifications (Preferred):

  • Database certifications (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft, GCP Certified Database - Specialty) are a plus.

  • IaC or DevOps certifications (e.g., Terraform, GCP Certified DevOps Engineer) are a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $67,000 to $101,000 annually depending on location and job-related factors such as level of experience. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for short-term incentive compensation and deferred incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

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