Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Database Engineer to join the Database & Middleware Engineering (DME) team supporting the EnterpriseDB PostgreSQL platform.
In this role, you will:
Lead complex or critical database management initiatives that typically involve multiple disciplines and business groups, including database architecture, design, integration and data modeling
Provide the highest technical expertise for the planning, research, design implementation, maintenance, and control of server class databases
Review and analyze complex database technologies that require in depth evaluation of multiple factors including intangibles or unprecedented factors
Design and certify next generation database technologies
Assist in database installations, including troubleshooting and problem resolution
Recommend improvements to web application processing issues and design
Consult with multiple client groups to provide strategic solutions, influencing long range internal and enterprise level database architecture and management strategies
Provide technical leadership and recommendation into the future direction of database technology
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of Database Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
5+ years building and supporting small to large PostgreSQL database environments in a regulated banking or financial industry
Experience automating database processes
Strong scripting skills in Bash, Ansible and Python
Experience with high availability and clustering technologies (e.g., WAL replication, streaming replication, Patroni, Enterprise Failover Manager)
Experience with backup / recovery using Barman and pg_basebackup
Experience with monitoring tools like Postgres Enterprise Manager (PEM), Prometheus, and Grafana
Experience with maintenance of PostgreSQL including resource utilization and overall performance analysis
Experience leading complex database projects such as data center migration or automation initiatives
Experience building databases on hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) such as Nutanix
Experience working within the product model with understanding of Agile methodologies using Jira
Strong technical documentation skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Expectations:
This position must be filled from one of the posted locations. Requires working in a hybrid environment
This position is not available for Visa sponsorship
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates. $111,100.00 - $217,200.00 Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date: 17 Nov 2024 * Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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