Principal Database Administrator
Apply NowCompany: Remitly
Location: Washington, DC 20011
Description:
Job Description:
Remitly's vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.
About the Role:
Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Principal Database Administrator will design, implement, and manage AWS RDS databases, ensuring high availability, scalability, and optimal performance. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the US with manager's approval.
You Will:
You Have:
Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically $156,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.
Our Benefits:
We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman's potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
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Principal Database Administrator
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Remitly's vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.
About the Role:
Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Principal Database Administrator will design, implement, and manage AWS RDS databases, ensuring high availability, scalability, and optimal performance. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the US with manager's approval.
You Will:
- Perform database administration tasks, including backup and recovery, monitoring, and troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand application requirements and provide database solutions that align with business goals.
- Conduct regular database performance tuning and optimization to enhance efficiency and responsiveness.
- Implement and enforce security measures to safeguard sensitive data and comply with industry standards and regulations.
- Stay up to date on AWS RDS advancements, recommending and implementing best practices to optimize database infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guidelines.
- Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical database issues.
You Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related STEM field, followed by 7 years of progressively responsible experience with database administration and management for large-scale production databases in a cloud environment.
- 3 years of experience with database performance optimization, security, and disaster recovery strategies;
- 3 years of experience with database backup and recovery, monitoring, and troubleshooting issues;
- 3 years of experience with cloud database security and troubleshooting;
- 3 years of experience with implementation of controls and policies for privacy, data security laws and regulations;
- 3 years of experience with architecting, designing, implementing and supporting of cloud based infrastructure and its solutions for databases;
- 3 years of experience with database technologies including MySQL, AWS Aurora, Oracle, and PostgreSQL;
- 3 years of experience with automation tools including Python, Shell scripting, CloudFormation and Terraform; and
- 3 years of experience with AWS Tools and Services including Aurora DB, Aurora Serverless DB, Auto Scaling, CloudWatch, DynamoDB, Lambda, Redshift, Athena, Route 53, Performance Insight and Enhanced Monitoring.
Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically $156,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year. In the U.S., Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.
Our Benefits:
- Flexible paid time off
- Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
- Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
- Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Continuing education and travel benefits
We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman's potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.
Remitly is an E-Verify Employer
#LI-DNI
Principal Database Administrator
Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.