Job Description

:About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use): 12:S&P Dow Jones Indices is looking for a Lead Cloud Database Engineer with 12+ year of experience to play a crucial role within the Cloud Database Engineering team. This position is essential for securing the AWS cloud database environment used for running index applications, following industry best practices and internal policies.The Lead Cloud Database Engineer will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of databases that support SPDJI across shared services. Key responsibilities include ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of the databases. The engineer will also collaborate with application leads to design database engineering solutions, coordinate with DTS leads for integration with core services, and work with InfoSec leads to align our databases with security standards.The Team: Join our esteemed team of AWS database professionals as a Cloud Database Engineer. In this critical position, you will be instrumental in expanding and optimizing our AWS cloud databases and pipeline architecture. Your core responsibilities will encompass engineering and supporting our AWS cloud databases, focusing on ensuring database security and the consistent delivery of our services.The Impact: We are looking for a skilled database engineer with hands-on experience in database design and management. You should be proficient in MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle or NoSQL, and have strong skills in performance optimization and data modeling. Effective communication is key, as you\'ll collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and share best practices. This role supports global efforts, including data migration and cloud integration. If you have a solid background in database engineering, we want to hear from you.What\'s in it for you: As a Database Engineer, you will have the opportunity to engage with multiple facets of database infrastructure, including installation, configuration, optimization, and security management. In addition, you will collaborate with development teams to integrate database solutions effectively into applications. Your primary focus will be on designing and implementing scalable and highly available solutions on Amazon Web Services (AWS).You will also be responsible for monitoring database performance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring data integrity while adhering to best practices. Familiarity with database technologies such as SQL, NoSQL, and security will be essential in executing your role effectively. Your expertise will contribute significantly to our commitment to delivering robust, efficient, and secure data management solutions.Responsibilities:

• Provision and manage RDS, Aurora, and various other databases within the AWS Cloud environment.
• Acquire hands-on experience with advanced AWS Cloud solutions, specifically utilizing AWS Aurora and RDS.
• Automate routine Cloud DBA maintenance and patching tasks by applying scripting technologies.
• Develop scripts that facilitate the automation of database infrastructure provisioning.
• Implement industry best practices and controls in cloud database engineering to ensure optimal performance.
• Evaluate and incorporate new cloud database services and solutions provided by AWS.
• Enforce comprehensive cloud database security policies and establish effective audit logging mechanisms.
• Engage in AWS RDS Engineering (Amazon Relational Database Service) to enhance database management capabilities.
• Lead the development and implementation of database standards that uphold excellence within the organization.
• Optimize the process of database provisioning to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Design and implement robust backup, retention, and failover strategies to safeguard data integrity.
• Formulate failover solutions that assure business continuity and operational resilience.
• Conduct thorough disaster recovery planning to mitigate risks associated with unexpected events.
• Develop cyber incident recovery plans to equip the organization for swift and effective responses.
• Utilize CyberArk integration for privileged access management, ensuring only authorized personnel can access sensitive data.
• Manage audit logs to promote transparency and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Implement access management and role-based security controls to protect critical information assets.
• Explore the capabilities of relational databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, and MS SQL Server.
• Investigate the potential of NoSQL and cloud databases, such as DynamoDB, MongoDB, Amazon Redshift, and serverless databases like Aurora.
• Employ Database Migration Services (DMS) to transition data seamlessly to cloud infrastructures.
• Enhance identity management through integration with SailPoint, ensuring secure and efficient access protocols.
• Leverage EMR (Elastic MapReduce), AWS Glue, and Athena for comprehensive big data analytics solutions.

What we are looking for:

• Strong proficiency in cloud computing platforms, particularly AWS, enabling effective use of cloud services.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing AWS Global Aurora PostgreSQL and Global Aurora MySQL databases to optimize performance and reliability.
• Knowledgeable in various tools that enhance the monitoring and administration of cloud databases for improved operational efficiency.
• Experienced in developing innovative engineering solutions for both relational (RDBMS) and non-relational databases in the cloud, contributing to scalability and flexibility.
• Specialized in automating the provisioning, upgrades, security patches, and monitoring of cloud databases, streamlining operations and reducing manual effort.
• Competent in defining comprehensive procedures for cloud database backup, recovery, retention, and disaster recovery to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Experience in leading database engineering teams is a plus.

About S&P Global Dow Jones IndicesAt S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We\'re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500\xc2\xae and the Dow Jones Industrial Average\xc2\xae. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world\'s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world\'s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit .What\'s In It For You?Our Purpose:Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence\xc2\xae, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.Our People:We\'re more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we\'re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We\'re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We\'re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.Our Values:Integrity, Discovery, PartnershipAt S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world\'s leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.Benefits:We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That\'s why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.Our benefits include:Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: It\'s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.For more information on benefits by country visit:Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation - Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn\'t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.Equal Opportunity EmployerS&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision -IFTECH103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group)Job ID: 308877
Posted On: 2024-10-28
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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