- 7+ years of experience in database administration
- Expertise in SQL Server; experience with NoSQL databases such as CosmosDB.
- Strong proficiency in SQL, PL/pgSQL, and performance tuning techniques.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), including RDS, Aurora, and Redshift.
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and monitoring solutions (Datadog, Prometheus and Redgate).
- Knowledge of data replication, partitioning, and high-availability configurations.
- Experience implementing security controls and auditing mechanisms for sensitive data.
- Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in fintech or regulated financial services environments.
Familiarity with data warehouse integrations and analytics platforms.
Contributions to database performance optimization or open-source DBA tools.
Robust communication and documentation skills for cross-team collaboration.