Sr Database Reliability Engineer

UKG

4.7

(112)

Multiple Locations

Why you should apply for a job to UKG:

  • Ranked as one of the Best Companies for Women in 2023
  • 4.7/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.8/5 in supportive management
  • 96% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 99% would recommend this company to other women
  • 94% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Paid leave for new and adoptive parents, medical coverage for IVF services & reimbursement to help offset adoption and surrogacy expenses.
  • 45% company match on total employee 401(k) contributions up to the IRS annual limit.
  • Unlimited paid time off for you to rest, re-charge, and pursue your personal aspirations.
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    Position summary

    Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose - people -then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.

    We are seeking an experienced Sr. Database Administrator/Reliability Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will provide you with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge SaaS technologies and impactful projects that are used by enterprises and users worldwide. You will drive technical strategy, lead large-scale projects, and mentor engineers across the organization.

    About The Role:

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Ensure the availability, scalability, and performance of the database systems

    • Analyze solutions and implement best practices for relational and NoSQL database clusters

    • Design, build, and maintain core database infrastructure to support scalability

    • Plan and manage database infrastructure capacity

    • Develop tools and automation for efficient database operations and deployments

    • Collaborate with SREs and engineering teams on production changes and incident mitigation

    • Provide database expertise to engineering teams for designing, releasing, and troubleshooting production systems

    • Lead database-related projects, ensuring their timely delivery

    • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

    • Participate in the on-call rotations and provide critical support for production systems.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • 3+ years of professional experience as a SQL Server DBA or in a similar role, along with a Microsoft SQL Server certification

    • Skills with scripting and automation using Python, Go, PowerShell, Google Cloud Scripting and Infrastructure Code (IaC)

    • Problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions

    • Database Security & Backup: Practical experience in planning and implementing database security measures, including internal and external MS SQL security best practices, along with proven ability to design and implement effective backup and recovery policies

    • Experience in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, Go, and Google Cloud Scripting, coupled with a solid understanding of server hardware, operating systems, and infrastructure as code (IaC) concepts

    • Experience working within hosting or SaaS environments, with familiarity working with various database technologies (including SQL, NoSQL, and SaaS instances) and building telemetry/observability implementations

    • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, coupled with

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

    Where we're going

    UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

    Equal Opportunity Employer

    Ultimate Kronos Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

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    Disability Accommodation

    For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email [email protected].

    The pay range for this position is $99,800 to $143,450, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a short-term incentive and a long-term incentive as part of total compensation. Information about UKG's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at https://https://www.ukg.com/careers

    Why you should apply for a job to UKG:

  • Ranked as one of the Best Companies for Women in 2023
  • 4.7/5 in overall job satisfaction
  • 4.8/5 in supportive management
  • 96% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
  • 99% would recommend this company to other women
  • 94% say the CEO supports gender diversity
  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Paid leave for new and adoptive parents, medical coverage for IVF services & reimbursement to help offset adoption and surrogacy expenses.
  • 45% company match on total employee 401(k) contributions up to the IRS annual limit.
  • Unlimited paid time off for you to rest, re-charge, and pursue your personal aspirations.