What would you be doing/ Expected from this role?

• Prepare a long-term plan for smooth Database management including DB architecture to support future initiatives, multi-tenancy, scaling of infrastructure, etc.

• Monitor DB health, and storage growth, and predict potential performance issues ahead of time.

• Query cost analysis and tuning of queries identified during DB performance analysis.

• Work with the DB Managed Services vendor to proactively identify DB performance issues and

mitigate them.

• Work with AWS for regular operational and performance reviews of existing databases.

• Develop and update BigBasket-specific standards and check for deviations from the established best practices.

• Analyse per DB and per-team costs and help reduce the overall cost for DB setup. Ensure timely

setup and renewal of Reservations to reduce cost.

• Work with each development team and review & optimize the DB queries over some time.

• Plan and work on minor and major maintenance activities.

• Oversee the activities and performance of the DB Managed Services Vendor

• Evaluate and review monitoring setup, alerts, thresholds, and alert recipients periodically.

• Perform regular database upgrades.

• Ensure database hardening is carried out periodically and vulnerabilities are eliminated.

• Work on Data Security requirements including Encryption and data sanitisation during Non-Prod DB refresh activities.

• Work on user security and handle audit activities.

• Evaluate tools and newer capabilities.

• Work on preparing best practices for development teams

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent practical experience.

• Experience coding in one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Python

and/or Go Lang.

• Experience in algorithms and data structures.

• Experience designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting large-scale distributed systems.

• Experience with Microservices / Distributed event-based architectures desired.

• Ability to debug, optimize code and automate routine tasks.

• Ability to systematically approach problem-solving and take initiative with a sense of

accountability.

• Must be able to work independently and enjoy working at a fast-paced start-up environment

who is adept at experimenting with new technologies.

• Must have excellent communication (verbal & written), interpersonal, leadership, and

problem-solving skills.