Aws Database Administrator

**Company Profile**

Easebuzz is a payment solutions (fintech organisation) company which enables online merchants to accept, process and disburse payments through developer friendly APIs. We are focusing on building plug n play products including the payment infrastructure to solve complete business problems. Definitely a wonderful place where all the actions related to payments, lending, subscription, eKYC is happening at the same time.

We have been consistently profitable and are constantly developing new innovative products, as a result, we are able to grow 4x over the past year alone. We are well capitalised and have recently closed a fundraise of $4M in March, 2021 from prominent VC firms and angel investors. Easebuzz’s corporate culture is tied into the vision of building a workplace which breeds open communication and mínimal bureaucracy. An equal opportunity employer, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. One thing you can be sure of is that you will be surrounded by colleagues who are committed to helping each other grow.

Easebuzz Pvt. Ltd. has its presence in Pune, Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi

**Job Summary**:
**Responsibilities**:

- Collaborate with software developers and data analysts to ensure optimal database design and performance for fintech products.
- Implement and manage MySQL and PostgreSQL database replication, backup, and recovery solutions to meet stringent data integrity and compliance requirements.
- Perform database migrations, upgrades, and patches with mínimal disruption to operations, adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Monitor database performance metrics, identify anomalies, and proactively optimize queries and configurations for efficiency.
- Work closely with cybersecurity teams to enforce stringent security measures and ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.).
- Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing exercises to ensure business continuity in the event of system failures or security breaches.
- Stay abreast of emerging AWS technologies and industry trends, and evaluate their potential impact on database architecture and performance.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 7-10 years of experience in database development and administration, preferably in the fintech or financial services industry.
- Strong proficiency in designing, implementing, and optimizing databases on AWS, with hands-on experience in Amazon RDS, Amazon Aurora, or Amazon DynamoDB.
- In-depth understanding of database security principles, encryption standards, and regulatory compliance requirements relevant to the fintech sector.
- Proven track record of managing database migrations, upgrades, and patches in AWS environment, while maintaining high availability and data consistency.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering robust and reliable database solutions.
- Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in MySQL 5.7+ and PostgreSQL 14+ DBA activities.
- Efficiently manage highly concurrent database environment for any performance issues.
- Good knowledge in AWS Redshift Data warehousing and DMS service.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- AWS Certified Database - Specialty certification.
- Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra) and data warehousing solutions (e.g., Amazon Redshift) on AWS.
- Knowledge of microservices architecture, containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and serverless computing in AWS environment.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and infrastructure management.
- Understanding of financial regulations (e.g., KYC, AML, PSD2) and their implications on database design and data handling processes.

**Employment Type**
- Full-Time