AWS Database Administrator ( DBA )

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Easebuzz

Pune City

INR 8,00,000 - 15,00,000

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2 days ago

Job description

Easebuzz is a payment solutions (fintech organisation) company that enables online merchants to accept, process, and disburse payments through developer-friendly APIs. We focus on building plug-and-play products, including payment infrastructure, to solve comprehensive business problems. Our environment is dynamic, involving payments, lending, subscriptions, and eKYC processes.

We are a profitable company continuously developing innovative products, which has contributed to a 4x growth in the past year. We are well-capitalized, having recently closed a $4M funding round in March 2021 from prominent VC firms and angel investors. Our corporate culture promotes open communication and minimal bureaucracy. As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and foster a collaborative environment where colleagues support each other's growth.

Easebuzz Pvt. Ltd. has offices in Pune, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Delhi.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced AWS Database Administrator (DBA) with 5-10 years of hands-on expertise in database management, particularly on AWS platforms. The role involves ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability of our databases, along with supporting migration, replication, and recovery processes.

Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain secure, scalable database solutions on AWS tailored for financial applications.
Collaborate with developers and data analysts for optimal database design and performance.
Implement and manage MySQL and PostgreSQL replication, backup, and recovery solutions to meet data integrity and compliance standards.
Perform migrations, upgrades, and patches with minimal operational disruption, adhering to regulatory guidelines.
Monitor and optimize database performance metrics and queries.
Work with cybersecurity teams to enforce security measures and ensure compliance with industry regulations such as GDPR and PCI DSS.
Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing to ensure business continuity.
Stay updated on emerging AWS technologies and industry trends impacting database architecture and performance.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
7-10 years of experience in database development and administration, preferably in fintech or financial services.
Proficiency in designing, implementing, and optimizing databases on AWS, with experience in Amazon RDS, Aurora, or DynamoDB.
Deep understanding of database security, encryption, and compliance in fintech.
Experience managing migrations, upgrades, and patches in AWS environments with high availability and data integrity.
Knowledge of financial data models, transaction processing, and reporting systems.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MySQL 5.7+ and PostgreSQL 14+ DBA activities.
Knowledge in AWS Redshift and DMS services.

Preferred Qualifications:

AWS Certified Database - Specialty.
Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Cassandra, and data warehousing solutions like Redshift.
Knowledge of microservices, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless computing.
Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of financial regulations such as KYC, AML, PSD2 and their impact on data management.