Database Manager at DRW

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Finance, TradingIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of deep technical experience with major database products (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server), spanning both design and architecture
7+ years of experience managing and scaling large database engineering and operations teams
Ability to combine strong strategic vision with technical leadership to drive platform evolution
A proven track record of delivering secure, scalable, and high-performance database solutions in mission-critical environments
Ability to define and own clear SLEs, SLOs, and SLIs for database services
A service-first approach, delivering highly reliable, utility-grade infrastructure
Effective collaboration with peer engineering teams to improve velocity, reliability, and efficiency
Passion about automation, reducing manual toil, and building sustainable long-term platforms while remaining agile to changing business needs
Excellent communication and stakeholder management

Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of DRW’s database platforms, applying best practices for performance, security, and availability
Own the database roadmap, setting strategic priorities that meet business needs while promoting scalability, sustainability, and innovation
Mentor, grow, and lead a collaborative, high-performance engineering team
Deliver database solutions that enable business value and reduce operational costs across front-, middle-, and back-office applications
Work closely with other technology groups to ensure seamless integration and support for enterprise applications
Establish proactive monitoring, alerting, and maintenance processes to ensure 24/7 uptime. Drive automation to minimize manual workload
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, adopting solutions that strengthen DRW’s competitive advantage

Skills

Database Architecture

Database Design

Database Optimization

High Availability

Scalability

Performance Tuning

Team Leadership

Platform Management

DRW

Proprietary trading and risk management firm

About DRW

RGM Advisors engages in proprietary trading using its own capital to operate in various financial markets. The firm focuses on developing trading strategies that utilize advanced technology and data analytics to manage risk and pursue high returns. By serving institutional clients such as hedge funds and investment banks, RGM Advisors maintains a flexible business model that allows it to trade its own money, rather than clients' funds. This approach enables better risk management and the ability to generate revenue through trading profits, achieved by employing sophisticated algorithms and market-making strategies. RGM Advisors is distinguished by its global presence and its commitment to attracting top talent, providing them with the tools needed to excel and rewarding exceptional performance.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2001Year Founded

M_AND_ACompany Stage

Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees