Senior Database Administrator

Job Description : - Prepare a long-term plan for smooth Database management, including DB architecture to support future initiatives, multi-tenancy, scaling of infrastructure, etc. - Monitor DB health, storage growth, and predict potential performance issues ahead of time. - Query cost analysis and tuning of queries identified during DB performance analysis. - Work with the DB Managed Services vendor to proactively identify DB performance issues and mitigate them. - Work with AWS for regular operational and performance reviews of existing databases. - Develop and update BigBasket-specific standards and check for deviations from the established best practices. - Analyse per DB and per-team costs and help reduce the overall cost for DB setup. Ensure timely setup and renewal of Reservations to reduce cost. - Work with each development team and review and optimize the DB queries over time. - Plan and work on minor and major maintenance activities. - Oversee the activities and performance of the DB Managed Services Vendor - Evaluate and review the monitoring setup, alerts, thresholds, and alert recipients periodically. - Perform regular database upgrades. - Ensure database hardening is carried out periodically and vulnerabilities are eliminated. - Work on Data Security requirements, including Encryption and data sanitisation during Non-Prod DB refresh activities. - Work on user security and handle audit activities. - Evaluate tools and newer capabilities. - Work on preparing best practices for development teams. Requirements : - Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent practical experience. - Experience coding in one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Python, and/or Go. - Experience in algorithms and data structures. - Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems. - Experience with Microservices / Distributed event-based architectures is desired. - Ability to debug, optimize code, and automate routine tasks. - Ability to systematically approach problem-solving and take initiative with a sense of accountability. - Must be able to work independently and enjoy working in a fast-paced start-up environment, and be adept at experimenting with new technologies. - Must have excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, leadership, and problem-solving skills. (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: bangalore, IN

Posted Date: 5/12/2025