Job Title
MariaDB/MySQL DBA** ALL CVs MUST BE SUBMITTED IN ENGLISH**
About the Business Area/Department:
You probably think that working for an online travel agency that manages hundreds of millions of bookings per year or working for an airline that operates hundreds of thousands of flights per year must bring their fair chair of challenge. If so, just try to realize the scalability, the performance, the resiliency, the geographical distribution challenges that are behind the system that powers 150 airlines, hundreds of websites, tens of airports, thousands of hotel properties. Just one fact to illustrate: at peak times, we process more than 17,000 transactions per second (1 billion+ transactions per day), at an average system response time of less than 0.3 seconds.
The DBAaaS entity (DBA-as-a-Service) aims at providing database administration expertise and support to applications within Amadeus, in a follow-the-sun organization.
Summary of the role:
The MariaDB Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for ensuring the deployment, maintenance, performance, integrity and security of a MariaDB database platform, on behalf of the applications relying onto. He / She / They assist(s) the application Software Reliability Engineers on all aspects relating to MariaDB operations, partners closely with System Engineering colleagues regarding Linux-related activities, as well as Research & Development counterparts for offering best possible database performances.
In this role you’ll:
Plan & deploy database clusters, supporting multi-Terabytes workloads, with a strong emphasis on high-availability and fault-tolerance (including multi-site high-availability whenever required).
Ensure that storage, archiving, as well as backup & recovery procedures are operating correctly, including in disaster recovery situations.
Maintain & upgrade database clusters, to comply with appropriate patch level, kernel patching and security standards (PCIDSS compliancy and vulnerability remediation).
Monitor performances and manage database parameters, to provide best-of-class experience.
Investigate operational incidents, debug problems and provide solutions for recovery, in 24x7 operational conditions.
Contribute with colleagues to the on-call roster.
Write and maintain database documentation, platform specifications and procedural descriptions.
Work closely with database development team, for continuous improvement of the MariaDB automation & ecosystem based on operational return-of-experience.
About the ideal candidate:
3+ years managing MySQL or MariaDB database technologies, in a critical, highly available enterprise environment.
Experience in working with Linux platform.
Experience with database automation (Ansible, Python, shell, etc.).
Knowledge with another database technology like Microsoft SQL Server (2016+) and / or Oracle (19c+) would be a plus.
What we can offer you:
Get rewarded with competitive remuneration, individual and company annual bonus, vacation and holiday paid time off, health insurances and other competitive benefits.
Work hybrid at our Bogota office.
Professional development to broaden your knowledge and enhance your skills with on-line learning hubs packed with technical and soft skills training that allow you to develop and grow.
Enter a diverse and inclusive workplace, join one of the world’s top travel technology companies and take on a role that impacts millions of travelers around the globe.
Application process:
The application process takes no longer than 10 minutes!
Create your candidate profile, upload your Resume/CV and apply today!
Working at Amadeus, you will find:
🎯 A critical mission and purpose - At Amadeus, you will be powering the future of travel and pursuing a critical mission and extraordinary purpose.
🌎 A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which translates into our footprint, processes, and culture.
🎓 Great opportunities to learn - Learning happens all the time and in many ways at Amadeus, through on-the-job training, formal learning activities, and day-to-day interactions with colleagues.
🤗 A caring environment - Amadeus fosters a caring environment, nurturing both a fulfilling career and personal and family life. We care about our employees and strive to provide a supportive work environment.
💰 A complete rewards offer - Amadeus provides attractive remuneration packages, covering all essential components of a competitive reward offer, including salary, bonus, equity, and benefits.
🌈 A diverse and inclusive community - We are committed to leveraging our uniquely diverse population to drive innovation, creativity, and collaboration across our organization.
📈 A Reliable Company - Trust and reliability are fundamental values that drive our actions and shape long-lasting relationships with our customers, partners, and employees.
Diversity & Inclusion
Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.
Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.
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