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Senior Software Engineer - DBA

Senior Software Engineer - DBA

CapgeminiSeattle, WA, US
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Senior Software Engineer - DBA-081318

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About the job you’re considering

The NoSQL Database Administrator is responsible for the design, deployment, management, and optimization of highly available and scalable NoSQL database environments, specifically focusing on Apache Cassandra and MongoDB. This role ensures the performance, security, and integrity of critical data systems.

Install, configure, monitor, and maintain Cassandra and MongoDB clusters, ensuring high availability, performance, and data consistency.

Performance Tuning :

Optimize database performance through query tuning, indexing strategies, data modeling, and cluster configuration adjustments for both Cassandra and MongoDB.

Data Management : Your role :

Implement and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures for NoSQL databases.

Security & Compliance :

Ensure database security by implementing access controls, encryption, and adhering to compliance standards.

Troubleshooting & Support :

Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, providing timely support to development and operations teams.

Capacity Planning :

Monitor database growth and performance metrics to forecast future capacity needs and plan for scalability.

Collaboration :

Work closely with developers on data modeling, schema design, and application integration with NoSQL databases.

Documentation :

Maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and best practices.

Your skills and experience :

Strong proficiency in administering and optimizing Apache Cassandra and MongoDB, including cluster management, replication, and sharding.

Experience with NoSQL data modeling principles and concepts (e.g., eventual consistency, CAP theorem).

Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and deploying NoSQL databases in cloud environments.

Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation.

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Education & Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Proven experience as a NoSQL DBA, specifically with Cassandra and MongoDB.

Relevant certifications (e.g., MongoDB Certified DBA, Cassandra certifications) are a plus.

Life at Capgemini

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer :

  • Flexible work
  • Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
  • Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
  • Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child / elder care and tutoring
  • Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Disaster Relief
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