Staff Database Reliability Engineer (DBRE)
Demandbase140,000 - 210,000 USD/year
- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Database Management & SupportIndustries
Requirements
Candidates should possess at least 3 years of experience working with relational databases, a solid understanding of Linux OS fundamentals, proficiency in shell usage, the ability to use SSH for remote system connections, and an understanding of system performance concepts. Familiarity with InnoDB internals, Performance Schema, and PostgreSQL query optimization is required, along with experience using Percona Toolkit or similar tools and a deep understanding of replication models.
Responsibilities
The PostgreSQL DBA will troubleshoot and resolve database issues, build strong customer relationships, plan and perform technical tasks to deliver solutions, react quickly to incidents, and implement continuous environmental improvements. They will also write clear technical reports and documentation, effectively communicate complex concepts, adhere to incident management procedures, and contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes, while operating within a Follow the Sun support model with on-call duties and occasional travel for internal meetings.
Skills
Relational Databases
Linux OS Fundamentals
Shell Usage (less, nano, vim, grep, cd, df, top, ls)
SSH
System Performance (I/O, load, CPU, RAM, disk)
Automation Tools
InnoDB Internals
Performance Schema
PostgreSQL Query Optimization
Percona Toolkit
Replication Models (GTID-based)
Troubleshooting PostgreSQL
Backup and High-Availability Strategies
Percona
Open-source database software and services
About Percona
Percona specializes in open-source database software and services, focusing on systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB. The company enhances these databases to improve their speed and reliability, catering to over 3,000 clients globally, from small startups to large enterprises in various sectors such as technology, finance, and e-commerce. Percona's business model combines free open-source software with paid services, including consulting to optimize database performance and managed services for complete database management. They also offer Percona Monitoring and Management (PMM), a free tool for monitoring database performance. Percona stands out in the database management market due to its dual offering of free and paid solutions, making it a valuable partner for organizations that depend on effective data management.
Key Metrics
Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2006Year Founded
$972.7KTotal Funding
GRANTCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
201-500Employees