We are looking for a highly skilled Senior DBA & Cloud Migration Engineer to join our team for a project focused on cloud migration and database administration.
In this role, you will lead DB clusters' planning, installation, configuration and management, ensuring optimal performance and availability. You will also be responsible for developing and maintaining data pipelines, conducting stress tests, and troubleshooting database issues.
The remote option applies only to the Candidates who will be working from any location in Kazakhstan.
What You'll Do
- Plan, install, and configure DB clusters, including data sizing estimation and identifying hardware requirements
- Monitor cluster availability and performance using tools
- Export data into different data formats, backup and restore data to safeguard the system against potential failures
- Conduct stress tests and interpret performance results
- Develop and maintain data pipelines and troubleshoot issues with databases
- Mentor a team of DBA analysts and cloud migration specialists
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- 3+ years of experience in database administration and cloud migration
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- Expertise in AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Strong knowledge of SQL architecture, processes, and tuning for optimal performance
- Experience in monitoring and troubleshooting databases, including Oracle RDBMS, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Amazon DynamoDB, MySQL, MariaDB and Apache Cassandra
- Proficient knowledge of Linux
- B2+ English level, both written and spoken
- Understanding of basic DWH principles
- Background in Python/Java/Scala/Batch
- Familiarity with basic CI/CD principles
- We connect like-minded people::
- Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
- Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your home
- Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
- Relocation opportunities within our offices in 50+ countries
- Corporate and social events
- We invest in your growth::
- Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
- Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
- Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, O'Reilly, Cloud Guru
- Free English classes with certified teachers
- Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
- We cover it all::
- Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
- Comprehensive medical & family care package
- Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
- Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
- Discounts for fitness clubs and sports programs
- Benefits package (hotels, tech stores, food delivery)
- EPAM Kazakhstan is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. Today, we operate across all cities with offices in Astana, Almaty, and Karaganda and work with the world's leading companies from different industries. In 2023, EPAM Kazakhstan received the Export Excellence Award at the esteemed Digital Bridge Awards, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation