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About the Role:
The Principal Database Engineer and DBA manages our ever-growing farm of production databases and other technologies that are essential to the operation of Microfocus Corporation.
Works closely with operations engineers and other application developers to ensure database integrity, availability, and performance.
The Principal Database Administrator Engineer and DBA will:
Configure and maintain Oracle, PostgreSQL, Vertica and MySQL database servers
Participate in the team's 24x7 on call rotation and provide occasional off-hours support when required
Should be hands-on supporting large-scale database running on AWS
Proactively identify areas for optimization and troubleshoot database performance issues
Work closely with Application Development team to ensure database changes adhere to best practices and are properly prioritized and scheduled.
Develop and optimize complex SQL and PLSQL code
Strong shell scripting knowledge, and python scripting
Manage database schema maintenance and migrations
Improve service availability and scalability through tuning, automation, tools, and process
Administer different technologies and tools like MongoDB, Postgres DB, AWS, MS Azure
Implement and maintain database backup and recovery, disaster recovery procedures
Education and Experience Required:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of Oracle database administration experience
5+ years of automation experience with Shell Scripting/Bash/Python
Skills and Knowledge Required:
Oracle, PostgreSQL DBA skills, preferably in a Linux environment
Good knowledge of Oracle Data Guard, Oracle GoldenGate, RAC implementation and PostgreSQL active-passive cluster
Experience administering MongoDB, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Solid experience with the Linux operating system and command set
Use EM, Confio Ignite, Toad and other tools to identify areas for optimization
Ability to solve problems, make sound decisions and use good judgement
Good written and communication skills
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