Verisk · 11 hours ago
Database Engineer II
Jersey City, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expVerisk is a leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry. The Database Engineer II will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining NoSQL databases in the AWS Cloud, ensuring high availability and performance for critical enterprise applications.
AnalyticsFinancial ServicesHealth CareInformation ServicesInsurancePublic RelationsRisk Management
Responsibilities
Design, implement, support, administrator and maintain the NoSQL Databases infrastructure in AWS Cloud, such as Apache Cassandra, Apache Solr, Elasticsearch, AWS OpenSearch, DynamoDB, DocumentDB, AWS Redis, etc
Perform all aspects of NoSQL cluster administration including planning, installation, upgrading, patching, security, data retention, tuning, support, and troubleshooting
Assist in the architecture of systems to provide a highly scalable, highly available server structure which provides web services for customers
Work closely with application development teams and systems administration to test, troubleshoot, and optimize new and existing database-driven applications
Monitor Production, UAT and other NoSQL database environments and actively pursue any issues limiting the performance and scalability of these systems
Understand ISO specific NoSQL Infrastructure architecture and needs, cost optimization goals and complete all special projects and other duties as assigned
Must be able to perform duties independently with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to perform on-call and priority support functions outside of business hours
Must be able to provide technical thought leadership and guidance regarding ISO specific NoSQL database technologies and infrastructure to other DBAs on the team
Qualification
Required
Expert knowledge of NoSQL data systems such as OpenSearch, Elasticsearch, Cassandra, Solr, Redis, etc. including planning, installation, upgrading, security patching, tuning, support, and troubleshooting
Experience with Linux and shell scripting
Experience with Python or any other programming language
Experience supporting critical enterprise database applications 24x7
Experience working in Cloud environments (especially AWS)
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Dedication to work and willingness to work hard under pressure
Experienced at developing elegant-yet-simple systems using best practices and design patterns
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, Engineering or similar discipline
2 years of related work experience in administration of NoSQL databases and Linux
Preferred
A background in development is a plus
Knowledge of IaC tooling, especially CloudFormation and CDK
Benefits
Health Insurance
A Retirement Plan
Disability benefits
A Paid Time Off program
Company
Verisk
Verisk Analytics is a data analytics and risk assessment firm for the insurance sector.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.4B2025-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2023-03-03Post Ipo Debt· $500M
Leadership Team
Lee Shavel
President and Chief Executive Officer
Eli Schwarz
Chief Strategy Officer @ Verisk Marketing Solutions
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