Lead Database Administrator

EPAM Systems; Colombia; Presencial; COP 144.000.000 - 264.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Learning Culture

Health Coverage

Visual Benefit

Life Insurance Plan

Medical Leave Coverage

Professional Growth Opportunities

Stock Option Purchase Plan

Additional Income

Community Benefit

Descripción de la vacante

EPAM Systems is seeking a Lead Database Administrator to oversee the performance, security, and reliability of mission-critical databases in multi-cloud environments. You will design, deploy, and manage database systems that are integral to the organization across cloud platforms.

The role requires deep hands-on expertise with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and Oracle; strong scripting in Shell/Python; and experience leading technical teams, implementing CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and high-availability

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
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Responsabilidades

• Set up, configure, and manage MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and Oracle databases.
• Track database performance and optimize efficiently.
• Design and implement backup, recovery, and DR strategies.
• Establish and maintain robust security controls and access management.
• Configure replication, clustering, and high availability solutions.
• Automate routine database tasks using scripting.
• Diagnose and resolve database issues to ensure stability.
• Create and maintain documentation for configurations and processes.
• Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to align DB solutions with infra needs.

Conocimientos

English communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Herramientas

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MSSQL

Oracle

Shell

Python

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Terraform

Ansible

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK

AWS RDS

Azure

GCP

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for a Lead Database Administrator to oversee the performance, security, and reliability of critical databases in multi-cloud environments. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing database systems that are integral to the success of our organization. This position is ideal for individuals with a solid technical foundation, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a drive to create scalable and secure database solutions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and update MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and Oracle databases
• Track database performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement optimization techniques
• Develop and implement backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data availability and integrity
• Establish and maintain strong database security protocols, including user access controls and data protection measures
• Configure and manage replication, clustering, and high-availability database solutions
• Use scripting tools to automate routine database management tasks
• Diagnose and resolve database-related issues to maintain system stability and minimize disruptions
• Create and maintain documentation for database configurations, workflows, and procedures
• Work closely with DevOps and development teams to align database solutions with application and infrastructure needs

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master\'s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of professional experience in database management and integration, including a minimum of one year leading and managing technical teams
• Proficiency in administering MySQL, PostgreSQL, MSSQL, and Oracle databases
• Skills in scripting languages such as Shell or Python for automating database operations
• Expertise with CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI for efficient deployment and integration workflows
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Ansible for managing database infrastructure
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or the ELK stack for performance tracking and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of cloud-based database services, including AWS RDS, Azure Database, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Understanding of database security, replication, and high-availability strategies
• Strong English communication skills (B2+ level or higher), with experience in engaging with clients to gather requirements and provide updates

We offer

• Learning Culture - We want you to be the best version of yourself, that is why we offer unlimited access to learning platforms, a wide range of internal courses, and all the knowledge you need to grow professionally
• Health Coverage - Health and wellness are important, that is why we have you and up to four family members in a premiere health plan. We have a couple of options, so you can choose what is best for you and your family
• Visual Benefit - Seeing your work for us would be a sight for sore eyes. We want your vision to always be at 100% which is why we offer up to $200.000 COP for any visual health expenses
• Life Insurance Plan - We have partnered with MetLife to offer a full-coverage Ife insurance plan. So, your family is covered, even if you are gone.
• Medical Leave Coverage - We are one of the few companies that cover 100% of your medical leave, for up to 90 days. Your health is the most important thing to us
• Professional Growth Opportunities - We have designed a highly competitive and complete development process, where you will have all the tools to get where you have always wanted to be, personally and professionally
• Stock Option Purchase Plan - As an EPAMer you can be more than just an employee, you will also have the opportunity to purchase stock at a reduced price and become a part owner of our organization
• Additional Income - Besides your regular salary, you will also have the chance to earn extra income by referring talent, being a technical interviewer, and many more ways
• Community Benefit - You will be part of a worldwide community of over 50,000 employees, where you can learn, challenge yourself, stand out, and share your knowledge and experience with multicultural teams

EPAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We accept CVs in English only. Please note that even though you are applying for this position, you may be offered other projects to join within EPAM. EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.