(574) Staff Database Administrator

March 21

Nearsure

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Description

• We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Principal Database Engineer / Leader to join our team and build a new Database Engineering (DE) practice. As Principal Database Engineer / Leader you will have the crucial role of building and managing a small team DE practice that is responsible for the company’s revenue generating databases. This position resides in the CTO organization (not business IT) and is a key advising/operating partner to its cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have both and Database Engineering/Administration (DBE/A) experience using relational and non-relational DB solutions (SQL & NoSQL) as well as leadership acumen. • Team Leadership - Lead, hire, and mentor a team of 3 database engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment and ensuring they are setup for success. - Provide guidance, training, and professional development opportunities to team members. - Taking a hands-on role within the team to specify, design, implement and deliver technical solutions. - Own all database functions and engineering on the revenue technology side of the organization including being accountable for the associated spend (FinOps practices) and forecasted capacity needs. • Database Architecture and Design: - Providing thought leadership for how components and services are developed, tested and progressed. - Collaborate with the team to design and implement scalable and efficient database architectures. - Oversee the development and maintenance of data models, schemas, and structures. - Document all relevant processes related to database design, configuration, and performance. • Performance Optimization - Lead monitoring and supporting database systems (IaaS / PaaS) to ensure optimized performance and automation wherever possible. - Perform debugging procedures on database scripts and programs, as well as resolving conflicts. - Promote and adhere to best practices in securely operating, storing, backing up, and archiving data. This includes the governance, quality and strategy of standards within the team. • Database Administration - Oversee the administration and maintenance of database systems, including backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning. - Ensure the team follows best practices for routine maintenance tasks and database security. • Collaboration - Assisting architects and development teams by designing new databases(or changing existing ones) to meet the organization's application and data storage needs. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the CTO organization: Compliance, Security, Cloud Operations and Engineering. • Project Management - Lead database-related projects from initiation to completion, ensuring milestones are met and projects align with organizational goals. - Develop project plans, allocate resources, and manage timelines effectively. • Continuous Improvement - Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation in database engineering. - Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance the team's capabilities.

Requirements

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Benefits

• USD 💲 Salary compensation. • 100% remote work 🏢 but if you feel like connecting with people you can visit coworking spaces all over LATAM allowing you to expand your professional network. • Paid time off according to your country’s law without affecting your monthly salary to ensure that you have plenty of time to rest and recharge. • Your country’s national holidays 🌴 allow you to celebrate important events and traditions with your loved ones. • Sick or medical leave 😷 when needed so that you can take a day off to take care of your health, and have wellbeing without worrying about work. • Refundable annual credit 💸 for you to spend on your favorite perks. • Teambuilding activities 🤜🤛 such as coffee breaks, tech talks, and after-work gatherings with your Nearsure colleagues, to feel close to our community. • A day off during your birthday week 🥳🎂 to enjoy with your family and friends, ensuring that you have a chance to make memories on your special day.