Location
Bangalore | India
Job description
- As a Lead Database Administrator at DocuSign you will work with a group of like peers to help support the existing database systems, while designing the next version of the infrastructure
- We have no down time and demand very high availability from our system (we strive for five 9s)
- When not supporting the existing systems, you will help collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product management to create the next great platform features that will drive impact
- You will share in an On-Call rotation to support the platform 24X7
- We are pushing the boundaries of what s possible with SQL server and this position will push your SQL skills to the next level
This position is an individual contributor role reporting to the eSign Database Manager.
Responsibility
- Provide database monitoring and support of multiple 24/7 Enterprise SQL Server AlwaysOn availability groups
- Troubleshoot issues as they occur, working with the Operations Team during incidents, and resolving problems quickly and to a high standard
- Maintain database performance by identifying and resolving production and application development problems, calculating optimum parameter values, evaluating new release code, answering developer questions and advising on code changes
- Develop and configure database solutions, configuration of new systems, defining database structure, improving security, ensuring back-ups and restores meet audit requirements
- Ensure all database systems meet RPO & RTO policies
- Participate in CIS, ISO, STIG, PCI & IRAP information security compliance work as needed
- Work with the Engineering Team to design and optimize SQL solutions
- Work with the Operations Team to manage, install and configure servers in multiple data centers around the world
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
- Participate in an On-Call rotation
What you bring
Basic
- 12+ years of experience as a SQL Server administrator and Production Support DBA
- 3+ years of experience with SQL 2017, 3+ years of experience with SQL 2019
- Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting AlwaysOn availability groups and WSFC s
- Proven ability in database monitoring, troubleshooting, issue analysis and problem solving
- Proven ability in performance tuning slow running queries to reduce resource usage
- Understanding of server setup and configuration for optimal resource usage good understanding of database design concepts and impact on systems
- Familiar with Google suite
Preferred
- SQL 2022 experience
- Be self-motivated, able to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment
- Ability to work closely with developers to resolve issues and improve systems
- A strong team player and quick learner
- In depth knowledge of backing up, restoring, and moving SQL databases along with the ability to plan and implement sophisticated Disaster Recovery strategies
- Experience using SolarWinds SQL Sentry to monitor, troubleshoot and resolve performance issues
- Strong understanding of database theories, principles, and best practices
- High level knowledge of Windows and Windows security and how they affect SQLServer
- Knowledge of PowerShell scripting
- Experience in setup, configuration and maintenance of Azure Managed Instances
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Able to guide and support more junior team members
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