Database Engineer (511)

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We are looking for a Database Engineer with substantial experience in SQL Server and cloud environments (specifically AWS) to contribute to enhancing production database systems at a technology-driven company. This company operates critical production systems in a cloud and hybrid infrastructure setting and is in the process of upgrading its platform and enhancing automation. As they expand their infrastructure team to focus on ensuring database reliability, scalability, and operational excellence, they require expert database engineering support.

In this role, you will collaborate with a dynamic, results-driven team responsible for maintaining the stability, performance, and reliability of various database platforms in both production and non-production environments. You will be instrumental in day-to-day operations, incident management, and continuous enhancement initiatives.

The ideal candidate for this role must be proactive, detail-oriented, and adept at working in high-stakes production environments. You should have the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively, address urgent issues promptly, and take full ownership of database-related challenges, from identification to resolution. Additionally, this role offers prospects for growth in platform engineering and automation, allowing you to contribute to creating a scalable and contemporary infrastructure over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain production and non-production database environments across cloud and hybrid infrastructure.
• Monitor database health, performance, and availability, responding promptly to alerts and incidents.
• Execute routine maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, patching, and index optimization.
• Troubleshoot database performance issues related to queries, indexing, locking, and resource utilization.
• Support database provisioning, configuration, and upgrade tasks.
• Manage database access, roles, and permissions following security best practices.
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to facilitate deployments and incident resolution.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (specifically Terraform) for provisioning and configuration purposes.
• Support CI/CD workflows for database operations using tools like GitLab.
• Document processes, incidents, and configurations to uphold a reliable knowledge base.
• Contribute to automation initiatives geared towards reducing manual work and enhancing consistency across environments.

Mandatory Skills:

• 3–6 years of experience in database administration or database engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with SQL Server in production settings.
• Sound understanding of backup and recovery strategies, including validation and testing.
• Experience troubleshooting database performance issues such as query tuning, indexing, and execution plans.
• Hands-on experience with AWS, specifically services like RDS.
• Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
• Familiarity with supporting or integrating with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab preferred).
• Basic scripting skills using PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Understanding of high availability, disaster recovery, and database security best practices.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with other databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MariaDB.
• Exposure to MongoDB or Snowflake.
• Background in working with hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with automation and infrastructure standardization practices.
• Experience in high-availability or regulated environments.
• Interest in transitioning towards platform engineering or cloud infrastructure roles.

Team & Environment:

• Dynamic, closely-knit 2-person infrastructure team.
• Direct engagement with engineering and cross-functional teams.
• Focus on production stability, responsiveness, and ownership.
• Occasional need for flexibility in incident response, though no regular on-call rotation.
• Opportunities to contribute to modernization and automation initiatives.
• Fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and strong prioritization skills.

About Ubiminds:

Our Culture

• People First: We prioritize our people.
• Challenge yourself: Continuous improvement is key.
• Make it happen: Embrace challenges with dedication.
• We’re in this together: Teamwork drives our success.
• Averaging on awesome: We aim to exceed expectations.
• Keep it real: Transparency and honesty are core values.

Perks and Benefits:

• Integration into a product-based company as part of its full-time employee ecosystem.
• Full back-office support, including career guidance and HR services.
• Remote-first policy with access to a distributed team.
• Provision of a MacBook for work purposes.
• Access to growth opportunities through tech talks and networking events.
• English language improvement support with free lessons.
• Referral bonus program available.
• Headquarters facilities available in Florianópolis.
• Wide range of additional perks.

Hiring Process Overview:

• Initial screening with emphasis on English communication skills.
• Test assessment.
• Team panel interview.
• Use of AI tools for specific hiring tasks.

Please note that the final hiring decisions are made by human assessors, with AI tools used to support recruitment efforts.

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