Engineering Manager - Database
TimescaleSalary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Database Administrator and Team Lead in a global or distributed environment
- Strong expertise in PostgreSQL (AWS RDS Aurora) and MS SQL Server (Azure VMs) including Clustering and Always On
- Hands-on experience with database development, including schema design, query optimization, and stored procedures
- Familiarity with CI/CD practices and integration of database changes into automated pipelines
- Solid understanding of high availability, disaster recovery, and performance tuning strategies
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Experience in financial services or other regulated industries
- Knowledge of additional database technologies (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, NoSQL)
- Exposure to cloud-native architectures, DevOps practices, and Infrastructure as Code
- Exposure to Datadog for Database Monitoring
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a small global team of DBAs, fostering collaboration and professional growth
- Coordinate workload distribution, set priorities, and ensure timely delivery of database-related tasks
- Manage vendors and licenses, including a partner company providing 24x7 Database Monitoring and Support
- Oversee the administration of SQL and NoSQL database platforms, including PostgreSQL (AWS RDS Aurora), Microsoft SQL Server, and MongoDB
- Ensure high availability, performance optimization, backup/recovery processes, and disaster recovery planning
- Implement and maintain robust security and compliance standards
- Plan and execute database migration projects
- Work closely with development teams to design efficient schemas, optimize queries and stored procedures, and champion automation across deployments, monitoring, and operational workflows
- Improve and refine CI/CD practices to streamline database change automation and integration with end-to-end application delivery
- Define and enforce best practices for database architecture, performance, and scalability across teams
- Evaluate and implement new database technologies and tools to improve efficiency
- Act as a point of escalation for complex database issues and provide expert guidance
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What databases and platforms will I be working with in this role?
You will oversee PostgreSQL on AWS RDS Aurora, Microsoft SQL Server on Azure VMs, and MongoDB, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
What leadership responsibilities does this position involve?
You will lead and mentor a small global team of DBAs, coordinate workload distribution, set priorities, and manage vendor and license aspects.
Is this a remote or office-based position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this Lead DBA role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What experience makes a strong candidate for this position?
Proven experience as a Database Administrator and Team Lead in a global environment, strong expertise in PostgreSQL (AWS RDS Aurora) and MS SQL Server (Azure VMs), hands-on database development, CI/CD familiarity, and excellent leadership skills.
ION Group
Automation technology for financial sector clients
About ION Group
ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION stands out by acquiring entrepreneurial firms, which allows it to remain agile and responsive to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks for its clients through automation and innovative technology.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$426.5MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, FintechIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees