Senior Database Administrator

About Command|Link
Command|Link is a global SaaS Platform providing network, voice services, and IT security solutions, helping corporations consolidate their core infrastructure into a single vendor and layering on a proprietary single pane of glass platform. Command|Link has revolutionized the IT industry by tackling the problems our competitors create. In recognition for our unprecedented innovation and dedication, Command|Link was recognized as the SD-WAN Product of the Year, ITSM Visionary Spotlight, UCaaS Product of the Year, NaaS Product of the Year, Supplier of the Year, and the AT&T Strategic Growth Partner. Command|Link has built the only IT platform for scale that solves ISP vendor sprawl and IT headaches. We make it easy for our customers to get more done, maximize uptime and improve the bottom line.

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Role Overview:*
We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) role to take responsibility for database integrity, monitoring, architecture, security, and performance tuning for our sizable MySQL/MariaDB platforms. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in managing, maintaining, and optimizing our database systems. You will be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability, and security of our databases while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support business objectives. If you are a seasoned professional with a passion for database management and a track record of implementing best practices, we invite you to apply.

Our team is a group of talented Senior Engineers & operations engineers with a large amount of high-volume web and systems experience. If you enjoy building creative solutions with open-source platforms to solve challenging and difficult problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Senior Database Administrator (DBA), you oversee the management, implementation, and performance of our organization's databases. The role involves:

• Database Management
• Design, implement, and maintain highly available, geo-redundant, and scalable database solutions.
• Implement and enforce database policies and procedures.

• Performance Optimization
• Perform regular database performance tuning and optimization activities.

• Data Security
• Manage database security and access controls, including encryption mechanisms to protect data at rest and in transit.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations, industry standards, and internal security policies.

• Backup and Recovery
• Establish backup and recovery procedures to safeguard against data loss and ensure business continuity.

• Planning and Development
• Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database schemas, tables, and stored procedures.
• Conduct capacity planning and forecasting to accommodate future growth.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in database management.

• Troubleshooting
• Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, ensuring minimal downtime.

• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain documentation of database systems and generate reports to communicate performance metrics and potential improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• At least 5-10 years of experience in database administration is required.
• Expertise in database design, performance tuning, and optimization.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and scripting languages.
• Experience with cloud-based database solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, or equivalent.
• Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Strong familiarity and understanding of MySQL or MariaDB with large data sets.
• Given the rapid advancements in database technologies, a willingness to learn and adapt to new tools, trends, and best practices is highly valued.

Why you'll love life at Command|Link

• Room to grow at a high-growth company
• An environment that celebrates ideas and innovation
• Your work will have a tangible impact
• Generous Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for full-time employees (US)
• Flexible time off
• 401k to help you save for the future (US)
• Free DoorDash lunches on Fridays (US)
• Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team

Job Type: Full-time