Sr Database Reliability Engineer

Company Overview With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on. At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all. 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 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 Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal 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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