Principal Database Architect at Zoom

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Have 15 years of experience as a Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) or DevOps Engineer role
  • Have proven track record in technical leadership roles
  • Have deep experience with Database administration
  • Have experience with various database technologies including both SQL and no-SQL (e.g. Aurora, DynamoDB, MySQL, MongoDB, etc)
  • Have experience with cloud providers (e.g. AWS, OCI) and cloud infrastructure technologies e.g. Terraform, Kubernetes
  • Have with at least one programming language, in addition to scripting languages
  • Be flexible with a positive attitude to learn quickly in a dynamic and ambiguous environment, proactive, accountable, able to think creatively
  • Able to be available after hours or on weekends to guide deployments and incident responses when needed

Responsibilities

  • Guiding projects that deliver automation, improve monitoring, and level up our DBA teams’ ability to manage databases in both data centers and clouds at scale
  • Identifying opportunities for reducing costs, and drive them to completion by optimization. Through use of cloud resources, tuning databases, or working with partner teams to ensure optimal use of database technology
  • Standardizing our database stack and ensure consistent practices across all teams (e.g. standardize backup frequency and recovery test cadence)
  • Driving projects that improve our security posture for database assets
  • Influencing technical direction across teams (both inside and outside DevOps)
  • Communicating with partner teams and stakeholders, understand their needs, and define projects that meet their needs
  • Ensuring mature software development practices (code quality, testing, CI/CD, etc) within DBA teams

Skills

SRE
DevOps
Database Administration
Aurora
DynamoDB
MySQL
MongoDB
CI/CD
Automation
Monitoring
Cloud
SQL
NoSQL

Zoom

Video conferencing and online meeting solutions

About Zoom

Zoom provides video conferencing and online meeting solutions that allow users to conduct virtual meetings, webinars, and collaborative sessions. Its main product is video conferencing software, which enables high-quality video and audio communication, along with features like screen sharing, group messaging, and virtual backgrounds. Zoom also offers specialized products for larger events, such as Zoom Webinars and Zoom Events. The company operates on a freemium model, providing basic services for free while charging for advanced features through subscription plans tailored for various users, including businesses, educational institutions, and healthcare providers. Zoom stands out from competitors due to its user-friendly interface, reliable performance, and scalability for different needs, making it a vital tool for remote work, online education, telehealth, and social interactions.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2013Year Founded
$144.5MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, Education, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Hybrid Work Options
Flexible Work Hours
Stock Options
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave

Risks

Increased competition from Microsoft Teams and Google Meet threatens Zoom's market share.
Privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny could impact Zoom's operations and reputation.
Hybrid work models may reduce demand for virtual meetings, affecting Zoom's growth.

Differentiation

Zoom offers a user-friendly interface with reliable performance for virtual meetings.
The platform supports diverse needs, including remote work, education, and telehealth.
Zoom's freemium model attracts a wide range of users with scalable subscription options.

Upsides

Zoom integrates AI tools to enhance virtual meeting effectiveness and productivity.
The expansion of 5G networks improves Zoom's video conferencing quality and accessibility.
Zoom's secure, HIPAA-compliant solutions drive demand in the telehealth sector.

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