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# Apache Druid Database Administrator (Druid DBA)

- **Company:** SYNKRIOM INC.
- **Location:** Irving, TX, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Query Performance, Business Analytics Applications, Apache HTTP Server, Configuration Management, Databases, Data Integrity, Data Migration, Linux, Linux System Administration, Linux Commands, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Ansible, Shell Script, Software Engineering, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, Scripting, Data Ingestion, System Availability, Database Optimization, Druid, Performance Monitor
- **Published:** November 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/c9b8193a-7be8-4ae1-b066-f14b0e8214cc/apache-druid-database-administrator-druid-dba

## About the Role

* Apache Druid: Strong hands-on experience in Druid DBA and cluster administration.
 * Druid Cluster Management: Configuration, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and capacity management.
 * Data Migration: Experience managing data migration and related Druid administration activities.
 * Linux Administration: Strong Linux command-line and troubleshooting experience.
 * Shell Scripting: Ability to automate administrative and operational tasks.
 * Python Scripting: Experience with scripting for automation and operational support.
 * Database Administration: Experience with database performance tuning, optimization, and operational maintenance.
 * PL/SQL and MySQL: Relevant database and SQL experience.
 * Experience: 15+ years of overall professional experience, with strong and demonstrable Apache Druid DBA expertise.

Preferred Skills

 * Ansible for configuration management and automation.
 * Experience supporting large-scale analytics platforms.
 * Experience with cluster performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.
 * Experience automating database administration and operational workflows.

## Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Apache Druid Database Administrator (Druid DBA) with strong hands-on expertise in Apache Druid cluster administration, configuration, maintenance, performance tuning, data migration, and capacity management., The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing and optimizing Apache Druid clusters supporting large-scale analytics platforms. This is a dedicated DBA/administration role, not a software development position. Candidates must demonstrate strong expertise in Druid cluster management, troubleshooting, scalability, and high availability, along with solid Linux and scripting skills., * Administer, configure, manage, and maintain Apache Druid clusters in enterprise environments.

 * Perform cluster configuration, deployment, upgrades, maintenance, and operational troubleshooting.
 * Manage data ingestion, data migration, and related cluster administration activities.
 * Monitor cluster health, availability, resource utilization, and overall system performance.
 * Perform query performance tuning and troubleshoot database and cluster-level bottlenecks.
 * Manage cluster capacity, scalability, storage utilization, and resource allocation.
 * Ensure high availability, reliability, data integrity, and optimal performance of Apache Druid environments.
 * Troubleshoot issues involving Druid services, ingestion tasks, query execution, and cluster components.
 * Use Linux command-line tools for system administration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
 * Develop and maintain shell scripts and Python scripts to automate administrative and operational tasks.
 * Utilize Ansible for configuration management and automation, where applicable.
 * Work with cross-functional technical teams to support Druid operations, resolve incidents, and maintain platform stability.
 * Follow operational best practices for cluster maintenance, monitoring, and performance optimization.