Database Administrator At Rover.Com

Database Administrator - Barcelona, Full Time, On SiteApply for Database Administrator at Rover.com in Barcelona, CT, ES.This full?time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.OverviewWe are looking for a Database Engineer or a Database Reliability Engineer to join our team in Barcelona.You will be responsible for ensuring the stability and performance of our PostgreSQL and MySQL environments while building self?service automation tools.You will work closely with our lead Database engineer to manage Rover’s tables and end?to?end data flows.You will partner with developers across Rover to review migrations and analyze and optimize database performance.You will work within the SRE team to build your experience in Python and Django for automation and model tuning.Please note that this role is part of a cross?regional team and may require some flexibility in working hours to ensure good alignment with the rest of the team.We follow a hybrid model (Mondays & Thursdays in our office in Poblenou, Barcelona).Key ResponsibilitiesManage core database operations, including user access, instance scaling, and performance tuningLead major and minor database upgradesDesign and test backup strategies to ensure we can restore data quickly with almost no downtimeCollaborate with developers on schema migrations and query tuningUse Datadog/Cloudwatch to monitor system health and set up alertingManage compliance requirementsParticipate in on?call rotations to provide 24/7 support for critical systemsTroubleshoot complex production issues and perform root cause analysis and resolutionDevelop database standards to improve site stability and reduce the blast radius of incidentsBuild and maintain self?service tools, such as our Automated Data Model Change approval toolingDesign Terraform for management of RDS infrastructure and deployment through AtlantisDevelop automation scripts using Python to assist in Django migration issues and model tuningQualifications and Skills3?5 years of experience as a Database AdministratorExperience managing databases in a cloud?native environment (preferably AWS RDS)4+ years of hands?on experience managing production environments with PostgreSQL and/or MySQLStrong focus on scripting and automation and proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python)Proficiency with infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform or CDK)Familiarity with monitoring tools like Datadog/Cloudwatch or ELK stackBonus: Ability to use AI tools to assist with coding or monitoringBonus: Familiarity with database integration with an ORM, preferably DjangoBenefitsLong?term incentive plan with company performance?based cash payoutPension planPrivate medical insurance25 days PTOMeal allowance and flexible compensation plan (transport and nursery)Gym membership€450 to cover the costs associated with the adoption of a petAnnual €150 wellness reimbursementFlexible work hours, sometimes require presence at certain times but overall flexible workload managementSnacks, fresh fruit in the kitchenRegular team activities, events, game nights, and moreDog?friendly officeEqual Employment OpportunityRover is an equal?opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse, inclusive, and inventive environment.We consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.#J-*****-Ljbffr

3?5 years of experience as a Database Administrator Experience managing databases in a cloud?native environment (preferably AWS RDS) 4+ years of hands?on experience managing production environments with PostgreSQL and/or MySQL Strong focus on scripting and automation and proficiency in at least one scripting or programming language (e.g., Python) Proficiency with infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform or CDK) Familiarity with monitoring tools like Datadog/Cloudwatch or ELK stack Bonus: Ability to use AI tools to assist with coding or monitoring Bonus: Familiarity with database integration with an ORM, preferably Django

Long?term incentive plan with company performance?based cash payout Pension plan Private medical insurance 25 days PTO Meal allowance and flexible compensation plan (transport and nursery) Gym membership €450 to cover the costs associated with the adoption of a pet Annual €150 wellness reimbursement Flexible work hours, sometimes require presence at certain times but overall flexible workload management Snacks, fresh fruit in the kitchen Regular team activities, events, game nights, and more Dog?friendly office Equal Employment Opportunity Rover is an equal?opportunity employer committed to promoting a diverse, inclusive, and inventive environment. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, protected veteran status, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. #J-*****-Ljbffr