CockroachDB DBA

We have an immediate opportunity for a CockroachDB DBA in Chandler, AZ. This hybrid position is ideal for an experienced database professional with strong expertise in distributed database technologies, UNIX/Linux administration, and automation. The compensation for this role is up to $130K per annum, inclusive of a 10% variable pay component.

The selected candidate will be responsible for designing, deploying, administering, and supporting distributed database clusters across production and non-production environments. To be successful in this position, one needs to be highly skilled in CockroachDB, Cassandra, PostgreSQL, or similar distributed database platforms, with the ability to build and maintain highly available, scalable database environments. The role involves database performance tuning, troubleshooting, automation of operational processes, cluster management, schema support, capacity planning, and database upgrades and migrations. The individual will work closely with application development and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal database performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience with UNIX/Linux systems administration, advanced Shell scripting and Python development, and hands-on experience using DevOps tools such as Ansible and BladeLogic. A deep understanding of distributed database concepts including node management, replication, consistency tuning, high availability, and multi-data-center configurations is required. Experience supporting high-volume production environments and implementing automation for installation, monitoring, and operational support will be highly valued.