Theory · 2 hours ago
Database Administrator
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expTheory is a clothing company that focuses on creating exceptional fit and style. They are seeking a Database Administrator to provide stable and secure databases for all Fast Retailing brands, optimize cloud costs, and manage a shared microservices-based application environment.
Retail
Hiring Manager
Citlalli Alvarez Martinez
Responsibilities
Incident Management and Analysis - Manage, Track to closure, Analyze, Resolve and Document incidents/issues for the databases in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
Resource Allocation and Management : Manage database resources, such as CPU, memory, and storage, to prevent resource contention and ensure fair distribution among applications and tools
Performance Monitoring and Tuning : Pro-actively monitor database performance, identifying bottlenecks, and proactively optimizing query execution plans, indexes, and database configurations. This ensures efficient use of resources and enhances overall system performance
Backup and Recovery : Implement robust backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data integrity and provide rapid data recovery in case of failures or disasters. This ensures the reliability and stability of the shared platform
Security and Access Controls : Enforce security measures, access controls, and encryption to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and ensure data privacy and compliance with regulations
Database Provisioning and Scaling : Manage the provisioning of new databases and scaling existing databases to meet the evolving demands of applications and tools on the shared platform. This ensures scalability and flexibility in data storage
Data Replication and High Availability : Configure database replication and high availability mechanisms to minimize downtime and provide continuous access to critical data for applications and users
Capacity Planning : Regularly conduct capacity planning to forecast future resource requirements and ensure that the shared platform can meet growing demands while maintaining optimal performance
Query Optimization and Troubleshooting : Optimize complex queries, identifying and resolving performance issues. They collaborate with application developers to troubleshoot and resolve database-related problems
Version and Change Management : Manage database schema changes and versioning to coordinate updates and ensure compatibility between different applications and tools
Monitoring and Alerting : Set up monitoring and alerting systems to proactively detect issues and promptly respond to potential problems in the shared platform, ensuring observability and quick incident resolution
Collaboration with DevOps, Data Architects and Developers : Collaborate with DevOps, data architects and application developers to understand data requirements and recommend database design improvements, data modeling enhancements, and best practices
Database Security Audits : Regularly conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to maintain a secure database environment and address potential security risks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
Minimum 5 years' experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on managing cloud-based databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL in AWS / Azure / GCP cloud environments
Extensive knowledge of AWS/Microsoft/GCP cloud services such as Networking, Security, and Alerts and Monitoring
Strong understanding of database modeling principles, governance, and security practices
Demonstrated expertise in designing and managing large scale databases
Demonstrated expertise in optimizing cloud costs
Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
AWS / Microsoft / GCP Certification
Understanding of microservices-based architecture
Preferred
Master's degree is a plus
Experience with AI/ML technologies is a definite plus
Experience with Project Management Methodologies like Agile, ITIL
Experience with Apparel Retailing Business
Company
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