DBA Role- Postgres at Nielsen

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

MediaIndustries

Requirements

Strong understanding of Nielsen processes and standards
Database and compute architecture and design
Problem-solving capability
Ability to clearly present technical information to technical, non-technical peers and leadership
Scripting skills (bash, sql, terraform, plsql, python)
Project management
Presentation and communication skills
Leadership in technology
Integrity and trustworthiness with confidential data
Expert knowledge and experience of one or more Nielsen’s standard database technologies: PostgreSQL, MYSQL, SQL Server, Sybase, MongoDB
Expert with Cloud database technologies, preferably AWS
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or information systems; master’s degree a plus
8 years previous experience as a Senior Database Administrator
Certifications are a plus

Responsibilities

Achieves organizational goals by defining, integrating, and upgrading a comprehensive architecture to support critical applications, platforms, and databases
Designs and maintains databases by determining structural requirements, and developing and installing appropriate solutions
Ensures integrity and security of all information and computer systems and digital data including PII
Ensures adherence to government regulations and contractual requirements for technological systems and safeguarding of data
Recommends upgrades and systems for purchase
Troubleshoots and finds solutions for distributed compute systems issues that affect data storage and performance as they arise
Defines infrastructure for design and integration of cloud computing systems by analyzing information requirements and directing development of physical databases
Advises and provides direction on platform architecture, technology, and tools
Confirms architecture capability and flexibility to support high availability database systems
Is a leader in defining and managing Nielsen’s database platforms
Plan and design database migrations to the Cloud
Collaborate with internal customers to capture requirements, design, create, document, manage and satisfy requests for on-going and/or adhoc requirements, dashboards, and scorecards
Designing and managing AWS RDS and on-premise PostgreSQL MYSQL and Oracle databases

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PostgreSQLMySQLOracleAWS RDSCloud ComputingDatabase ArchitectureTroubleshooting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for this DBA role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this DBA position remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills are required for this DBA position?

Required skills include expert knowledge of PostgreSQL, MYSQL, SQL Server, Sybase, or MongoDB; strong cloud database experience preferably AWS; scripting in bash, sql, terraform, plsql, python; database architecture and design; and problem-solving.

What is the company culture like at Nielsen?

Nielsen features a dynamic team committed to excellence, perseverance, and making an impact together, with a global workforce passionate about powering a better media future through powerful insights.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this DBA role?

A strong candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, 8+ years of experience, and expert knowledge in Nielsen’s database technologies like PostgreSQL along with cloud expertise.

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$45.1MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.

Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.

Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.

The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.

Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.

Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.

Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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