Senior Cassandra Database Administrator

Uline; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site café and fitness center

Walking trails

Health insurance & 401(k) with match

Job summary

Uline is seeking a Senior Database Administrator in Pleasant Prairie, WI to design, develop, and enhance high‑performance databases using DataStax and Cassandra. You will collaborate with application teams to optimize query performance and ensure robust backups and disaster recovery.

The role requires 7+ years in database management, strong Cassandra/DataStax knowledge, and scripting with Python, Ansible or shell.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Database Management.
• Advanced knowledge of Apache Cassandra or DataStax.
• Experience writing complex programs using Python, Ansible or shell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex databases, tables, indexes and other database objects as well as ETL solutions.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and best practices across platforms to ensure quality standards.
• Partner with application development teams to optimize query performance by monitoring databases and implementing improvements.
• Provide hands-on database support with robust backups, tested recovery procedures and quick issue resolution.

Skills

Cassandra / DataStax

ETL & DB design

Python/Ansible/shell scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Job description

Corporate Headquarters

12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Are you passionate about optimizing high-performance, reliable databases? As a Senior Database Administrator at Uline, you’ll leverage your expertise in DataStax and Cassandra to design, develop, and enhance critical systems that keep our growing North American operations running smoothly.

Careers Packed with Potential.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex databases, tables, indexes and other database objects as well as Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) solutions.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and best practices across platforms to ensure they meet Uline’s quality standards.
• Partner with application development teams to ensure optimal query performance by monitoring databases and implementing design improvements.
• Provide hands-on database support, ensuring robust backups, tested recovery procedures and swift issue resolution to maintain business continuity.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in Database Management.
• Advanced knowledge of Database Management Systems such as Apache Cassandra or DataStax.
• Experience writing complex programs using technologies such as Ansible, Python or shell scripting.
• Uline does not participate in the H1-B lottery.

Benefits

• Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
• Multiple bonus programs.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.

Employee Perks

• On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
• Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

About Uline

Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations.

Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.

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