Lead, Data Platform (Database Administrator)

5+ years experience as a Data Platform Engineer/DBA 2+ years in a technical leadership role Experience successfully managing large scale data platform projects Proficiency with distributed systems like Spark, Kafka Strong experience with relational databases like MySQL Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure Understanding of data modeling principles Deep understanding of data platform availability, recoverability, security and performance best practices Experience implementing and maintaining cost forecasting and containment processes Experience implementing data platform monitoring and alerting Proficient with SQL

Hands on Data Platform Administration Participate in change management process; implement database changes Ensure data structures are available, reliable, recoverable, secure and performant Establish appropriate monitoring and alerting mechanisms Create and maintain dashboards and alerts to track and forecast data platform costs Own and Lead Critical Data Platform Projects Own the Data Platform Roadmap and Strategy Provide mentoring, coaching and education on Data Platform best practices