SQL Database Administrator at Universal Music Group

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Five+ years of experience as a DBA or similar role
Familiarity with operating system administration and tools including Microsoft, Mac OS X, Linux, Python, PowerShell, etc
Experience with scripting (Linux Shell, PowerShell, Python, PHP, etc.) to develop automation and reporting
Exposure to managing large cloud server infrastructure on AWS and/or Azure
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
Team player with excellent time-management skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills
Customer orientation - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations
Tactical execution - demonstrates personal ownership of tasks and follows through to get the required results in the established timeframe
Desirable: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering or closely related field or comparable education and experience
Desirable: MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications
Desirable: Knowledge of Systems Reliability Engineering principles, automation, and AI
Desirable: ITIL Foundation Certification strongly desired
Desirable: International experience is beneficial. Additional languages a plus

Responsibilities

Manage enterprise databases
Configure and maintain database servers and processes
Monitor system's health and performance
Ensure high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security
Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time
Provide suggestions for solutions
Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
Assist developers with query tuning and schema refinement
Provide support for critical global production systems in your timezone
Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities in your timezone
Ensure that UMG’s database standards are communicated and enforced
Ensure architectural, quality, and governance adherence
Be part of a Mon-Sun roster, where office work is required on weekends
Prepare, update and provide progress on support tickets when handed off to the next region

Skills

SQL

RDBMS

Database Administration

Performance Tuning

Database Configuration

Database Maintenance

Windows Servers

System Monitoring

Automation

Troubleshooting

Universal Music Group

Global music recording, publishing, and distribution

About Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group (UMG) operates as a major player in the global music industry, engaging in recording, publishing, and distribution across over 60 countries. The company works with a wide range of clients, from famous artists like Elton John and Taylor Swift to new and independent musicians. UMG's operations include selling physical and digital music, streaming services, licensing music for various media, and organizing live performances. The company signs artists to contracts, produces their music, and manages their publishing rights, while also offering marketing and promotional services to help artists expand their reach. UMG generates revenue through multiple channels, including music sales, streaming subscriptions, licensing fees, live performances, and merchandise. This diverse approach allows UMG to maintain its leadership position in the music market by providing comprehensive support to artists and capitalizing on various revenue opportunities.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1934Year Founded

$3,890.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401k

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, visiion insurance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Well-Being Allowance

Risks

Legal battle with Drake over 'pay-for-play' could harm UMG's reputation.

Downtown Music acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny, delaying expansion plans.

AI partnership with Amazon may not fully address evolving AI content challenges.

Differentiation

UMG leads the music industry with a diverse global presence in 60+ countries.

UMG's artist-centric streaming model enhances engagement and revenue for musicians.

UMG's strategic partnerships, like with Amazon, bolster innovation and content protection.

Upsides

UMG's acquisition of Downtown Music boosts its independent music sector presence.

Partnership with KLAY Vision positions UMG as a leader in AI-driven music innovation.

Collaboration with WPP enhances UMG's marketing capabilities and global reach.

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