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Senior Database Engineer

SeniorFull-timeHybridSydney NSW, AustraliaPosted 7 months agoVerified 1 week ago
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About the job

The Senior Database Engineer job at The Trade Desk is all about ensuring the optimal performance and availability of mission-critical databases. This position plays a vital role in automating tasks, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance database operations. The team thrives on trust, empathy, and collaboration, creating an environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully to the mission of building a better Internet through intelligent advertising.

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You'll be responsible for

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Automating tasks

Using T-SQL, PowerShell, Ansible, and Chef to automate daily database tasks and improve efficiency.
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Providing support

Offering day-to-day support and maintenance for Microsoft SQL Server databases, ensuring optimal performance.
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Monitoring and optimizing

Continuously monitoring database events and optimizing system performance through troubleshooting and tuning.

Key criteria

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5+ years of database administration experience

Proven experience supporting mission-critical relational databases.

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MSSQL 2019 or above expertise

In-depth knowledge of best practices for database infrastructure.

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Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell

Strong skills in automation and scripting for database tasks.

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5 criteria for this job
5+ years of database administration experience
Proven experience supporting mission-critical relational databases.

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MSSQL 2019 or above expertise
In-depth knowledge of best practices for database infrastructure.

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Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell
Strong skills in automation and scripting for database tasks.

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Experience with OLTP environments
Demonstrated ability in managing online transaction processing systems.

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Troubleshooting and analytical skills
Top-notch problem-solving abilities for database performance issues.

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