Director, Database Infrastructure Engineer

Morgan Stanley • Alpharetta, GA

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About The Position

We're seeking someone to join our team as an experienced Database Infrastructure Engineer that will be responsible for development, unit and integration testing of REST framework, building tools and scripts used for deploying and managing multiple databases and related products globally at the enterprise level. The candidate should have modern-day RDBMS experience in systems like Snowflake and Postgres and will be working on various database related infrastructure/automation projects that will require development in python and UNIX/Linux scripting. In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities. Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, continuously evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

Requirements

• 5+ years of Strong Developer Experience with ANSI compliant databases such as Postgres and Snowflake using Python and/or Perl
• Thorough Knowledge of SQL
• Strong development skills in Python using database interfaces such as SQLAlchemy/ODBC
• Experience with Agile and DevOps
• Experience with Linux and Windows, Scripting
• Good understanding of Azure and/or AWS CSP (CLI based application design and implementation)
• Strong communication and written skills

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS CLI based application design and implementation
• Knowledge of security controls for the Public cloud (encryption of data in motion/rest and key management)
• Developing monitoring architecture and implementing monitoring agents, dashboards, escalations and alerts
• Experience with architecting and maintaining high availability production systems
• Snowflake certification a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for monitoring and optimization of Snowflake and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability and top performance across diverse cloud environments
• Responsible for unit and integration testing of REST framework
• Automate database management tasks using Python and UNIX/Linux scripting to enhance infrastructure provisioning and deployment efficiency
• Monitor and ensure data security by configuring encryption, access control, and compliance measures to protect sensitive data in Snowflake and other databases/systems
• Review and improve system performance through query optimization, result caching, and clustering, reducing query times and enhancing system reliability
• Collaborate across teams within the firm to resolve critical issues or any potential outages

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits and perks
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company
• Support for employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees