Development Dba (Rdbms/Postgres)

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Find your place in technology of #TeamAmex.Focus: Contributes to crafting, developing, trouble shooting, debugging, evaluating, modifying, deploying and documenting all data components (data architecture, logical and physical data models, database objects and database administration) that meet the needs of customer-facing applications, business applications, and/or internal end user applications.
Organizational Context: Entry-level position.
Member of a data management and database development team reporting to a Senior Data Engineer, Engineering Director or Director of Technical Delivery.How will you make an impact in this role?Reviews data requirements / data stories and corresponding data sources and data architecture Documents data requirements / data stories and maintains data models to ensure flawless integration into existing data architectures Supports management of data assets as per the enterprise standards, guidelines and policies Reviews and understands the processing requirements inclusive of data and transaction volumes, scalability, security and performance requirements Assists in building and improving the database design and infrastructure required to support the Business portfolio Assists in performing database design review and supports database testing Provides production environment support for database systems and processes Communicates and works closely with business and product teams to support changes and implementation Function as an active member if an agile team through consistent development practices (tools, components, and documentation) Finds opportunities to adopt innovative technologies Takes part in reviews of own work or with colleagues Work on prioritized/assigned features for ongoing sprints Range of Impact/Influence:Accountable for team completing work youre leading and work you are doing as agreed uponAccountable to team for delivery of quality workDo you see data or a better way to improve business and lives?
Today, theres a business advantage hiding in plain sight, and youll find it in data.
Our Data Engineers know how to use the latest technology to design, evaluate, debug and manage the data that leads to better decisions, a stronger company, and higher customer satisfaction.
So if youre not intimidated by the data explosion, engineer your career here.
More than the data on what youll be doing.
Theres no end to the data thats created every day and the opportunities you find here.
But these are just some of your responsibilities: - Document data requirements/data stories and maintain data models - Support the management of data assets according to enterprise standards, guidelines and policies - Help build and enhance the database design that supports our business portfolio - Work collaboratively with business and product teams - Identify opportunities to adopt innovative technologiesMinimum Qualifications:Education & Experience:Good software development experience in a professional environment and/or comparable experience such as: Understanding of Agile or other rapid application development methods Exposure to design and development primarily on Postgres but also more database management systems (e.g.
Oracle, Sql Server, Nosql) as appropriate Exposure RDBMS data model design for high critical OLTP applications Performance tuning & monitoring Understanding to newer app frameworks and their interactions with DatabasesUnderstanding and experience on Application continuity.Expert on Capacity planning & resource management.Dataguard setup and tuning Connection pool manager knowledge ( Hikari & UCP) Good understanding and Technical knowledge of DBMS products and ecosystem e.g.
storage formats, access algorithms, data management processes, administration, data maintenance, replication, high availability, encryption, etc.
General knowledge of distributed (multi-tiered) systems, algorithms, and relational & non-relational databases Bachelors Degree in computer science, computer science engineering, or related field required; advanced degree preferredHigh Performance Behaviors:Recognizes opportunities to adopt innovative technologies to enable business capabilitiesAble to challenge the status quo and drive innovation by generating creative ideas and solutionsKeeps up-to-date on current research and technology in the industryUnderstands technical aspects of the job and uses appropriate technology for the situation at handTries innovative approaches when problem solving, seeking ideas, or suggestions from others as appropriateCarries out systematic and rational analysis to identify the root cause of problemsRecognizes the importance of collaboration to achieve objectivesIs clear when explaining ideas and concepts to others, communication is structured and easy to understandLeads multiple tasks optimally - progresses work in parallelAdapts to change quickly and easilyHandles problems and acts on own initiative without being promptedKnows when to raise decisions and when to make on-the-spot decisions Knowledge/Skills:Able to understand and use data structures and associated components Basic understanding of Metadata Management and Database Management Able to understand and document business data requirements in complete, accurate, extensible and flexible logical data models using data modeling tools ErStudio, ErWin Creates basic data models using the relevant tools and frameworks Basic understanding of XML and schema development/reuse, database concepts, database designs, Open Source, big data technology and NoSQL will be an added advantage Application of industry recognized methods, processes and standards Has understanding of the core tools used in the planning, analyzing, designing, building, testing, configuring and maintaining of assigned application(s) Able to participate in assigned teams software delivery methodology (Agile, Scrum, Agile XP, Test-Driven Development, Waterfall, etc.)
in support of data management and database development Familiar with infrastructure technologies and components like servers, jvms, databases, and networking concepts Technology Skills You'll Use Every Day:Adaptive CommunicationAgile PracticesIndustry and Company KnowledgeOrganizational ChangeTechnical AcuityTechnology Industry TrendsGame Changers:AdaptabilityCollaboration & PartnershipContinuous ImprovementCourageCuriosityResourcefulnessServant LeadershipTenacityRole/Strengths Youll Need:TechnicalDatabase DesignEmerging TechnologiesPerformance and TuningSystem/Platform Domain KnowledgeFunctionalData AnalysisData ManagementDatabase AdministrationLeadershipAnalytical ThinkingConsultancyDecision-MakingBusinessProblem SolvingWe back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being.
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Benefits include: Competitive base salaries Bonus incentives Support for financial-well-being and retirement Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location) Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location) Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program Career development and training opportunitiesOffer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.