3+ years experience in database administration, Experience with relational, NoSQL and cloud databases, Knowledge of public cloud platforms and container technologies.
Key responsabilities:
Implement core database infrastructure for cloud-native applications
Work with diverse teams to influence database design and delivery
Provide support for operating complex database systems under extreme loads
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Questrade is an award-winning low-cost digital alternative to traditional banks that is changing the Canadian financial services industry. We empower Canadians by giving them better, more affordable ways to take control of their financial future by using cutting-edge technology to develop innovative products. Questrade offers Canadians an easy way to invest in securities and foreign currency and provides online wealth management and mortgage through the Questrade Group of Companies, with more financial products in development.At Questrade, we care deeply about helping Canadians become much more financially successful and secure. We believe in infinite possibilities, not only for our customers but for those who build careers with us. Our exceptional culture and forward-thinking workplace policies make Questrade a great place to work and build a career. We are a collaborative, diverse team that shares the same sense of infinite opportunity. Our beliefs, values, and atmosphere make you feel part of something bigger than yourself. Throughout our multiple worldwide offices, we are reshaping the way we work, offering flexible options that allow our people to work remotely, from the office, or a hybrid mix of both.Whether you want to kick-start your career or accelerate it, Questrade is the place for you. We offer rich learning experiences and exciting career path possibilities. Here you will be challenged. You will make your path, constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence.Come shape your future at Questrade.
Questrade Financial Group (QFG) of Companies is committed to helping our customers become much more financially successful and secure.
We are everything a traditional financial institution is not. At QFG, you will be constantly moving forward, bringing the future of fintech into existence. You will be a part of a collaborative team that cares deeply about our mission and each other. Your team members will help you conquer challenges, push boundaries and discover what you are truly capable of.
This is a place where you can explore, discover and learn with continuous growth. As a diverse and inclusive place to work, there are flexible working arrangements so you can unleash your creativity and curiosity with no limits. If you share the same sense of infinite possibility, come shape your future at Questrade.
What’s in it for you as an employee of QFG?
Health & wellbeing resources and programs
Paid vacation, personal, and sick days for work-life balance
Competitive compensation and benefits packages
Career growth and development opportunities
Opportunities to contribute to community causes
Work with diverse team members in an inclusive and collaborative environment
We’re looking for our next Database Administrator. Could It Be You?
The Database Administrator will be part of a team that drives the implementation of core database infrastructure components for cloud-native applications, creating tools and services that power our Engineering teams. Collaborating with different teams influencing the design and delivery of our database footprint.
What’s it like working as a Database Administrator at Questrade?
The Database Administration team provides support for all database engines within Questrade and will enjoy the challenge of operating complex and mission-critical systems under extreme loads. The Cloud DBA will be able to work with a diverse set of database engines within the cloud infrastructure as well as the chance to work in a hybrid environment that includes supporting on-premise database engines. The DBA team works closely with multiple teams such as Engineering, Production Support, Network, and Sysadmins. The role also requires team members to work weekends and evenings when on-call.
YOU our next Database Administrator ? You are if you…
Have a deep understanding of Relational databases, NoSQL databases, Cloud databases
Have 3+ years of experience with database administration
Are Champion “Production Quality” and create cutting-edge cloud database infrastructure through developing automation.
Build and improve different tooling ranging from administration tasks to DR automation to developer helpers
Lead and participate in technical discussions to aid system design, analysis, and troubleshooting
Help engineering teams to develop, test, debug, and release scalable, resilient, and highly available cloud-native applications quickly.
Offer expert-level knowledge during incidents or other special events when on call.
Have a good knowledge and interest in Cloud computing concepts and solutions including public, private, and hybrid cloud.
Have experience with at least one of the predominant public clouds (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Have hands-on experience with container technologies, like Docker runtime and Kubernetes orchestration.
Have experience with the Linux operating system and proven experience in supporting database systems running on Linux
Have ability to write clean code Python, Bash
Have experience in supporting critical database systems
Have excellent organizational, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills and ability to write clear technical documentation.
Have good grasp of database monitoring and alerting
Hold BSc in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline and experience is desired
Additional Kudos If You…
Have experience building CI/CD pipelines using eg. Gitlab CI
Have experience working with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, and Cloud Deployment Manager.
Have experience with GCP
Have experience working with database engines such as MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, CloudSQL, Firestore, BigQuery
Have experience with Hashicorp Vault or other secrets management approaches
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At Questrade Financial Group of Companies, with multiple office locations around the world, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and accessible work environment. This is an environment where individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Here, the unique skills and experience you bring will be valued. You will be supported and motivated, so that you can harness your unlimited potential. Our team reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and operate in. Having a collaborative and diverse team helps us push boundaries to bring the future of fintech into existence—not only for the benefit of our customers, but for those who build their career with us.
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Level of experience:Mid-level (2-5 years)
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