Cloud Database Engineer III- (Oracle + PostgreSQL)

A cloud computing services and technology company providing database management and cloud solutions.
Cloud
Senior Software Engineer
Remote
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud
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Description For Cloud Database Engineer III- (Oracle + PostgreSQL)

Rackspace is seeking a Senior Cloud Database Engineer III to join their team in a remote capacity. This role focuses on managing and optimizing Oracle and PostgreSQL databases in cloud environments. The position involves complex database engineering, migration, and administration activities across multiple cloud platforms including Azure and GCP.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, planning, and maintaining database infrastructure while ensuring high availability and disaster recovery capabilities. They will work on critical tasks such as capacity planning, performance optimization, and automation development to streamline operations.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and contribute to large-scale database operations. The position requires strong technical expertise in database management, cloud platforms, and automation tools, combined with excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills.

Key aspects of the role include implementing best practices for database administration, leading migration projects, and providing 24x7 production support. The engineer will work with various monitoring tools and be responsible for maintaining system reliability and performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned database professional looking to advance their career in cloud database management, working with a company that's at the forefront of cloud computing services. The role offers the flexibility of remote work while being part of a global team managing critical database infrastructure.

Last updated 4 months ago

Responsibilities For Cloud Database Engineer III- (Oracle + PostgreSQL)

  • Create and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for migration execution
  • Perform database engineering and administration activities
  • Execute capacity planning and forecast future database growth
  • Manage patch updates and database software upgrades
  • Troubleshoot complex database issues
  • Develop automation scripts to streamline tasks
  • Set up monitoring and alerting systems
  • Generate performance reports and analysis
  • Maintain documentation of database configurations
  • Participate in 24x7 production support
  • Manage cloud migrations and disaster recovery
  • Handle incident response and problem management

Requirements For Cloud Database Engineer III- (Oracle + PostgreSQL)

Python
PostgreSQL
  • Experience with Oracle and PostgreSQL database administration
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure/GCP)
  • Experience in database migrations and upgrades
  • Proficiency in automation using Python/Shell scripting
  • Experience with High Availability and Disaster Recovery configurations
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools (Datadog, Azure monitor, OEM, GCP Monitoring)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Cloud Associate/Professional Certification
  • Database Specialty Certifications in Azure/GCP
  • Experience with ITIL and ServiceNow

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