Database Administrator
Zilliant
- Austin, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- SQL performance tuning, data modeling and user security profiles to ensure that Zilliant applications are performant and secure
- Ensure connectivity with middleware and applications within Zilliant and customer endpoints
- Establish and continually improve DB company standards to ensure uptime and performance standards.
- Use monitoring tools to ensure performance stays within SLA and proactively remediate any performance bottlenecks
- Analyze data requirements, application architectures and database schemas and develops next-gen designs to improve upon scalability, uptime, performance and cost
- Work with Zilliant application developers, Solutions engineers and end-users to ensure data flow meets business and customer needs
- Get stuck in routine tasks – this role offers exposure to various aspects of database management, from optimization to troubleshooting, ensuring each day presents new challenges and learning opportunities.
- Feel disconnected from impact – your work directly contributes to the smooth functioning of critical databases, supporting the backbone of our systems and services.
- Lack engagement – you'll be part of a team that actively collaborates across departments and leverages your skills to drive innovative solutions and improvements in our database infrastructure.
- A keen learner with a passion for database management and a desire to continuously expand your skills and knowledge in the field.
- A detail-oriented individual who thrives in an environment that values precision and accuracy in database operations.
- An effective communicator capable of explaining technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or similar
- Minimum five years of professional experience as a SQL Server Application DBA with MS SQL Server
- Strong knowledge of database design principles in environment with billions+ rows of data
- Highly competent in SQL database performance tuning, including indexing strategies, performance monitoring and query optimization
- Expose to PostgreSQL and AWS technologies a strong plus
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, and 401k plans with a company match
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to ensure a solid work/life balance
- Monthly Zilliant Zen Days to rest and recharge
- Comprehensive parental leave to provide time to bond with new family members
- Volunteer Time Off (VTO) policy to give back and contribute to your local community
- Remote or Hybrid work schedule, depending on team and personal preferences
- The financial and strategic backing of Madison Dearborn Partners (MDP)