Senior Database Engineer

Company Overview

Edgio (NASDAQ: EGIO) is an edge-enabled software solutions provider powering unmatched, secure digital experiences through a seamlessly integrated delivery, applications and streaming platform. Our globally-scaled technology and expert services fuel the world’s top brands with the capacity to deliver the fastest, most dynamic, and frictionless education, entertainment, events and applications to every user. Dedicated to providing unparalleled client care and extending value every step of the way, Edgio is a partner of choice, driving worldwide internet traffic to support the most popular shows, movies, sports, games and music, and instant-loading websites. To learn more, visit edg.io.

Job Summary

Edgio is seeking a Senior Database Engineer to assist in the execution of tactical and strategic operational infrastructure initiatives by building and managing complex computing systems and processes that facilitate the introduction of new products and services while allowing existing services to scale. The Senior Database Engineer also assists in maintaining the operational aspects of Edgio’s platforms and acts as an escalation point for advanced troubleshooting of systems issues.

Essential Functions

• Analyze and troubleshoot database issues, conducting root cause analysis.
• Maintain environment synchronization, backup procedures, and disaster recovery.
• Develop team competencies aligned with architectural standards.
• Drive operational enhancements and identify gaps for improvements.
• Evaluate and enhance release processes and tools.
• Collaborate with developers and Engineering groups on release and change management.
• Implement operational changes prior to release, including monitoring and documentation.
• Proactively monitor systems for minimal disruption, including failure detection and data capture.
• Implement high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) capabilities.
Assist in implementing and enforcing security policies, managing user profiles.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years experience with MySQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra in enterprise settings.
• 3-5 years of Linux Systems Administration and Version Control experience.
• Proficiency in Shell scripting and scripting languages like Python, Perl, Ruby, or PHP.
• Experience with Configuration Management Systems like Puppet, Chef, or SALT.
• Familiarity with MySQL HA/Clustering solutions and open-source messaging systems preferred.
• Collaborative approach in a fast-paced environment, providing end-to-end ownership.
• Ability to implement and maintain complex datastores, along with knowledge of release engineering processes.
• Excellent coordination, planning, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and NoSQL/Big Data platforms preferred.
Availability for 24/7 on-call rotation and occasional travel.

Inspired People. Extraordinary Results.

At Edgio we are committed to creating and delivering world-class digital experiences. Our core values act as a compass that ensures we stay on a course that empowers us to create unmatched value for our clients, extraordinary results for our shareholders, and inspire you in the work that you do.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do; they are the foundation of our high performing culture. Ownership means we focus on the job that is most required, treating time and resources as precious like it’s your business. With a laser focus on Performance, we achieve extraordinary results through work that is planned and managed. We are Client Obsessed, we give them our full attention, they pay for it. Our First Team is radically committed to collaboration, trust, feedback, accountability and performance. Through Design, we create better experiences through simplicity and efficiency.

Our First Team is important to us. Here are some of the benefits you can expect:

• Health and Wellness Benefits: Blue Cross PPO or High Deductible with HSA and an employer match.
• 401(k) match and employee stock purchase program.
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance with Employee, Spouse and Dependent guarantee.
• Long-Term and Short-term Disability
• FSA, Dependent FSA and Limited FSA.
• Life Assistance Program.
• Discount Auto and Home Insurance through MetLife.
• Competitive Compensation: Base pay and benefits that are designed to be equitable and market competitive.
• Rewards for Total Performance: Incentive programs that provide exceptional rewards for exceptional performance.
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Award Program.
• Employee Development Opportunities: Growth and coaching pathways designed to help our First Team reach their full potential.
• Remote Friendly: Our Hub | Hybrid models enable you to work where you are personally most productive.
• Flexible Time Off to fit your needs and lifestyle.
A diverse and global workforce.

This job description is not an all-inclusive summary of duties or responsibilities. Job duties or responsibilities may change with or without advance notice.