Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world! Company Overview Qualys is a leading provider of cloud-based security and compliance solutions, processing vast amounts of data to help our global customers secure their networks, devices, and applications. As we continue to expand, we're looking for a Senior Manager, Database Reliability Engineering (DBRE) to lead our database teams and help ensure the ongoing performance, reliability, and scalability of our mission-critical data infrastructure. Position Summary In this role, you will lead and manage a globally distributed DBRE team responsible for the performance, availability, and security of our large-scale database environments. Our technology stack includes Oracle, OpenSearch, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Ceph, Janusgraph, and more. You should have hands-on expertise with two or more of these technologies and be comfortable guiding your team in adopting new tools and practices to streamline day-to-day operations. You will partner closely with cross-functional teams-Development/Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Infrastructure, Networking, and Support-to optimize database environments and ensure all systems meet or exceed service-level objectives. This position reports to the Director or VP of Engineering (depending on company structure) and requires 4+ years of management experience leading teams across multiple regions. Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Team Management * Directly oversee and mentor a global DBRE team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. * Manage staffing needs, including recruiting and retaining top talent, conducting performance reviews, and supporting team members' career growth. * Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within and across teams. * Strategic Planning & Execution * Define and implement the long-term strategy for database reliability, ensuring alignment with business objectives. * Drive projects from inception to completion-coordinating with stakeholders, setting milestones, and ensuring timely, high-quality deliveries. * Evaluate emerging technologies and tools that can enhance the reliability and performance of our databases. * Database & Infrastructure Management * Provide expert oversight of installation, configuration, and performance tuning for Oracle, OpenSearch, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Ceph, and/or Janusgraph in multi-data-center deployments. * Ensure best practices are followed for database security, backups, disaster recovery, and storage management. * Collaborate with architecture teams to design and maintain high-availability, fault-tolerant systems. * Performance Tuning & Optimization * Guide the team in identifying performance bottlenecks, diagnosing issues, and implementing remediation strategies. * Develop and track critical KPIs for database health, capacity, and performance, ensuring transparency and accountability. * Automation & Innovation * Champion the use of automation frameworks (Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Grafana, etc.) to streamline repetitive tasks, reduce human error, and improve system reliability. * Encourage the adoption of DevOps and agile practices, promoting continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD). * Cross-Functional Collaboration & Support * Work closely with SRE, Infrastructure, and Networking teams to maintain optimal infrastructure configurations, reliability, and uptime. * Partner with Support and Customer Success teams to address production issues, maintain SLAs, and ensure exceptional customer experiences. * Communicate complex technical concepts to executives and other non-technical stakeholders to facilitate decision-making. * Cloud Integration (Nice-to-Have) * Leverage knowledge of OCI or other public cloud platforms to optimize database deployments in hybrid or cloud-native environments. Our Work Environment * Collaborative & Transparent: We use virtual collaboration and pairing tools to share ideas openly. Siloed work is discouraged-teamwork is our strength. * Agile & Flexible: We focus on delivering incremental value, adapting processes only when they serve our goals. * Diverse & Inclusive: We believe in building teams with diverse perspectives, which fuels creativity and innovative problem-solving. * People-Focused: Our people are our most valuable asset. We invest in personal growth and align individual strengths to company objectives. Qualifications * Education: * BS/MS in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field. * Management & Leadership Experience: * 4+ years of experience managing teams (preferably DBRE, SRE, or similar) across multiple regions, with a track record of coaching, mentoring, and performance management. * Technical Expertise: * 8+ years of hands-on experience working with SQL & NoSQL databases in production. * Proficiency in at least two of the following technologies: Oracle, OpenSearch, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Ceph, Janusgraph. * Strong understanding of database performance optimization, backup and recovery, and real-time data synchronization. * Tooling & Automation: * Working knowledge of Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Grafana, or equivalent tools for automation, CI/CD, and monitoring. * Soft Skills: * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences. * Proven problem-solving and analytical skills, especially in high-pressure production environments. * Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution, prioritizing tasks for maximum impact. * Innovation & Adaptability: * Demonstrated passion for learning new technologies and methodologies to stay ahead of industry trends. * Experience working in an agile environment with frequent releases and iterative improvements. Why Join Us? * Leadership Impact: Shape the vision and direction of our global DBRE team, driving innovation and operational excellence. * Cutting-Edge Technology: Work on the latest and most robust data solutions that power our security and compliance platform. * Professional Growth: Access abundant opportunities for learning and career development within a fast-growing organization. * Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse team that values open communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement. * Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement, and more. Ready to Apply? If you are passionate about database reliability, possess strong leadership skills, and want to drive meaningful impact in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant leadership and technical experience. Join us at Qualys and help lead our mission to provide secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions to customers worldwide! * Annual Salary Guidelines: $175,000 - $210,000 Qualys is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy.