The Trade Desk is a global technology company with a mission to create a better, more open internet for everyone through principled, intelligent advertising. Handling over 1 trillion queries per day, our platform operates at an unprecedented scale. We have also built something even stronger and more valuable: an award-winning culture based on trust, ownership, empathy, and collaboration. We value the unique experiences and perspectives that each person brings to The Trade Desk, and we are committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work every day.Do you have a passion for solving hard problems at scale? Are you eager to join a dynamic, globally-connected team where your contributions will make a meaningful difference in building a better media ecosystem? Come and see why Fortune magazine consistently ranks The Trade Desk among the best small-medium-sized workplaces globally.ABOUT THE ROLE:We are looking to hire a Big Data Database Engineer to join our engineering team to build out our data-driven platform and support database related activities. You enjoy investigating database problems, performance issues, and evaluating/influencing MPP database use cases to ensure optimal performance on the platform.WHAT YOU WILL DO:Designing, developing, and supporting features and functionality that leverage our MPP databases.Provide day-to-day support and maintenance for the MPP databases that are part of our platform. This includes, but is not limited to: administration, analysis, support, proactive monitoring, troubleshooting, recoverability, security, installation, and design.Investigating potential problems and issues raised by usersMonitoring database events and continuously optimizing system performance through troubleshooting and tuningAutomate reactive procedures and promote rapid response to database issuesMaintaining database configurations in compliance with established best practicesDesigning and implementing systems, policies, and procedures for backup and disaster recoveryMonitoring ongoing capacity and implement design and architecture changes as needed to improve global availabilityInstalling upgrades and patches to existing database serversDesigning and developing database code as neededReviewing and establishing database migration patterns and weekly release scriptsParticipating in on-call rotationsWHO YOU ARE:5+ years of Database Administration experience supporting mission critical relational databasesConsiderable experience and knowledge of on-premise MPP databases, like Vertica, Teradata, or Netezza. Vertica experience is a huge plus. Equivalent experience with other SQL technologies like Redshift or Snowflake, or even open source may be acceptable alternatives for the right candidate.Proficiency with OLAP Database Environments running on LinuxFull systems lifecycle experience (from requirements to delivery) of database projectsExperience designing, building, installing, configuring, supporting, and maintaining high-volume, large database systemsTop-notch troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skillsExperience with database design and management aspects for various compliance programs, such as Sarbanes-Oxley or PCI, is a big plusExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to document complex technical problemsAbility to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently with limited supervision#LI-SW1The Trade Desk does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm recruiters. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of The Trade Desk. The Trade Desk is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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