Senior Database Administrator Engineer

Company Overview:
DiDi Global Inc. is the world’s leading mobility technology platform. It offers a wide range of app-based services across markets including Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, including ride hailing, taxi hailing, chauffeur, hitch and other forms of shared mobility as well as auto solutions, food delivery, intra-city freight, and financial services.

 

DiDi provides car owners, drivers, and delivery partners with flexible work and income opportunities. It is committed to collaborating with policymakers, the taxi industry, the automobile industry and the communities to solve the world’s transportation, environmental and employment challenges through the use of AI technology and localized smart transportation innovations. DiDi strives to create better life experiences and greater social value, by building a safe, inclusive and sustainable transportation and local services ecosystem for cities of the future.

 

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Team Overview:
The Senior Database Administrator Engineer position will Design, implement, and maintain databases, conduct backups, and troubleshoot issues.

Role Responsibilities:
Oversee databases, ensuring efficient performance, security, and data integrity. Review procedures in database management system manuals to make changes to database.

Optimize query performance, manage resources, and plan for scalability. Enforce security measures, collaborate with developers, and stay updated on industry trends.

Write and optimize SQL queries, troubleshoot database issues, and ensure efficient data retrieval and manipulation.

Create and optimize database structures, including tables, indexes, and relationships, ensuring data integrity and performance.

Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data and minimize downtime in case of system failures.

Analyze and optimize database performance, identify and resolve bottlenecks, and fine-tune SQL queries for efficiency.

Develop standards and guidelines for the use and acquisition of software and to protect vulnerable information. Specify users and user access levels for each segment of database.

Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations. Modify existing databases and database management systems, ensuring accuracy and minimal disruption to operations.

Automate routine tasks, create scripts for database maintenance, and enhance overall system efficiency. Forecast resource requirements, plan for database scalability, and ensure optimal performance as data volumes grow.

Test changes to database applications or systems.

Test programs or databases, correct errors, and make necessary modifications. Effectively communicate with developers, system administrators, and other stakeholders to address database-related requirements and issues. Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.

Role Qualifications:
3 years of experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Database Management or Database Systems or related.

Extensive familiarity with RDS database architecture;

Demonstrated ability to manage RDS database operations for large enterprise;

Deep knowledge of Database Management Systems (DBMS), including MySQL;

High-level of experience with SQL (Structured Query Language);

High-level of experience in database design;

3 years of experience with backup and recovery, performance tuning, security management, data migration, monitoring and troubleshooting in MySQL;

3 years of experience with scripting languages, including Python; and 3 years of experience performing database upgrades and patching.

Salary Range: $136,010 - $269,990 per year

EEO Statement:
 

We create customer value – We strive to always create valuable experiences for our users in everything we do. Our focus is to always innovate new experiences that are safe, pleasant, and efficient.

We are data-driven – We are strong believers in making informed decisions, that’s why we are data-driven. We can better navigate the business landscape strategically by analyzing valuable metrics.

We believe in Win-win Collaboration – Success is a team sport. When we work to help our partners and colleagues win, we win, too. While keeping everyone's best interest at heart, we communicate with candor and execute with excellence in all we do.

We believe in integrity – Integrity is at the very core of our business. We are people who always want to do the right thing. Our intentions are sincere, we speak our minds and listen to each other.

We always strive to do better. That means venturing beyond our comfort zones, learning from our mistakes, and helping each other grow.

We believe in Diversity and Inclusion – Diversity is one of our biggest strengths. Our differences are what makes us distinct. We respect each other and believe in equal opportunities for all.

We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams.

 

At DiDi, we believe that our differences are our biggest source of strength. That‘s why we are committed to promoting equal opportunities to all candidates and employees as an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Employment and advancement decisions at DiDi are always made based on the needs of the position and the qualifications of the candidate. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on their gender, age, sexual orientation, nationality, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, disability, race, religion and beliefs, or any other status protected by applicable laws wherever we operate.

 

We are committed to building inclusive and diverse teams, and a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment, because that’s how we create better products and services, make better decisions and better serve the communities we’re a part of.

 

 

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