Cloud Services Database Specialist

Role Overview

As a Database Specialist, you will be responsible for working with common relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Server, and PostgreSQL), as well as preferably have an understanding of NoSQL databases (MongoDB specifically), deployed on both traditional servers, as well as Cloud Managed instances (AWS, Azure and GCP), as well as containerized versions.

What You Will Do

Monitor various databases across multiple environments, supporting the Cloud Operations team in handling database issues, and acting as a subject matter expert/escalation point.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must have 10+ years of proven experience as a Database Administrator/Specialist, including Cloud Managed instances, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, cloud providers, and external customers.

Requirements

• Microsoft Certified: Database Administrator Associate
• Certification in at least one of the three main cloud providers, especially those that relate to Cloud Managed Database platforms certification
• A degree in a Database-related subject
• 10+ years of proven experience as a Database Administrator/Specialist, including Cloud Managed instances
• Hands-on experience in monitoring databases via centralized tools, such as DataDog
• Experience in troubleshooting performance issues on relational and non-relational databases
• Experience in handling disaster recovery scenarios for databases, as well as other related areas such as backup management and data retention policies
• Solid skills in designing and implementing various database platforms, using tools such as Terraform for deployment, and providing support to other teams developing such scripts
• Experience and knowledge of data security frameworks, including such areas as NIST, ISO27001, and data privacy standards

Benefits

• Benefits
• Equal employment opportunities