Job Title Senior Database Administrator II (Hybrid) Job Description For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best in class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work. Our offices in India opened in Bengaluru in 2018. Since then, our team has fueled growth and innovation across the organization, impacting students worldwide. We are eager to grow and expand with skilled professionals like you who use their talent to build solutions, enable effective learning, and improve students’ lives. The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them. The Senior Database Administrator II involves leading complex projects, optimizing Database operations, and mentoring junior engineers.This role requires in-depth experience of database technology , along with the ability to create,manage and implement complex Database solutions for RDS or VM running in AWS/Azure environment. The ideal candidate has in depth technical expertise in Database operations and a commitment to ensuring the reliability and performance of Database services. Primary/Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and manage complex, scalable, and secure RDS environments (HA,AZ,DR,Always-On). Builds and maintains robust and secure Databases. Offering technical leadership within the team, making decisions related to technology stacks, tools, and methodologies. Understanding the overall architecture and ensuring that it is maintainable and aligned with the organization's goals. Identify and Fix security vulnerabilities (SOX Compliance). Collaborate with Engineering and make-sure the platform is scalable and reliable. Work with the business and 3rd party vendors to conceptualize and implement custom designs Define High Availability and Backup solution to have a redundant Database. Oversee advanced monitoring and alerting systems to ensure RDS services are highly available and performant. Lead complex troubleshooting efforts, conduct root cause,analyses, and implements long-term solutions. Ensure database environments comply with the highest security standards and best practices. Support compliance initiatives and maintain thorough documentation for regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, QA, and product to support deployment and integration activities. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and mid-level KDO engineers. Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing strategic updates and insights on Database operations. Hybrid Schedule: 3 days remote / 2 days in office 30-day notification period preferred Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 8+ years of experience in database administration, with strong hands-on experience as a MongoDB DBA (replica sets, sharding, aggregation framework, backup/restore, security). Working experience with PostgreSQL administration (replication, vacuum/autovacuum tuning, indexing, backup and recovery). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Azure/AWS/On-Prim Ms-Sql Databases. Experience with monitoring tools like DPA,Dynatrace. Familiarity with SNOW or other ITIL process management processes. Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) is a plus. Beyond base salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes: Hybrid work model provides a flexible work/life balance Voluntary Provident Fund is an additional voluntary contribution scheme associated with the statutory Employee Provident Fund (EPF) Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment Generous Paid Time Off includes National holidays(10), Earned leaves(15), sick leave(12), plus one (1) volunteer day to participate and give back to our local communities Gratuity is applicable upon completion of 5 years as per the Gratuity Act We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment where every employee can thrive. You can learn more about our full benefits package and total rewards philosophy here. At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data. Location Bangalore, KA, India Additional Locations Employee Type Employee Job Functional Area Development Business Unit 00072 Kaplan Test Prep Diversity & Inclusion Statement: Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here. Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information. Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws. Kaplan, Inc. is a global educational services company, with about 10,000 employees and operations in 26 countries. We serve 1.2 million students each year and partner with about 4,000 educational institutions and 13,000 corporations across the world. Kaplan is the largest subsidiary of Graham Holdings Company (NYSE: GHC). Across its 85-year history, first as a pioneer of the test prep industry, then as an early online education leader, and now as a global education provider, Kaplan has been recognized for expanding educational access and improving student outcomes through innovative uses of technology, instructional design, and learning science. We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace for Innovators and Brands That Matter (Fast Company); and as one of America’s Top 100 employers (Forbes). Kaplan’s US-based businesses provide individuals, educational institutions, businesses and governments a broad array of services, supporting our students and partners to meet their diverse and evolving needs throughout their educational and professional journeys. Among the services provided are test preparation, coaching and advising, performance training, industry credentialing, and university support services, online enablement, analytics, and marketing. The test preparation and professional products are offered in the market under our brand names such as Kaplan, Kaplan Financial Education, Kaplan Schweser, PPI, College for Financial Planning, and Manhattan Prep. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, FL, employees who support Kaplan’s North America division work primarily remotely across the US and in our corporate campus in Bengaluru, India. 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