Intermediate NoSQL DBA

Sun Life • Waterloo, ON

22h • $65,000 - $105,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The candidate will be a member of a team within Data Management Services (DMS) called Alternative Database Technologies. Alternative Database Technologies is responsible for database infrastructure architecture and operation support to teams using various cloud based and on-premises database platforms. The successful candidate will have a passion for database related technologies and is a proven fast learner. This is an opportunity for someone who is expert in data warehouse technologies, preferably in AWS DynamoDB and MongoDB.

Requirements

• University degree in Computer Science or related information technology degree/diploma.
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience on mainstream relational databases, such as PostgreSQL, MSQL, SQL Server or Oracle.
• 1-2 years of demonstrable knowledge on Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift.
• Strong foundation of writing AWS CloudFormation or Terraform Scripts
• Recognized certifications, such as AWS DevOps Engineer Professional, Terraform Authoring and Operations Professional, Certified Kubernetes Administrator, AWS Associate certification (level at minimum)
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete applicable background checks prior to the start date and during employment, in accordance with Sun Life’s policies and practices.

Nice To Haves

• Problem-solving skills, experience and have the experience to lead small to medium initiatives.
• Strong communication skills, ability to convey ideas and opinions to all levels of employees and management
• Take initiative to for development, be curious, persistent to find the right solutions to resolve complex problems and communicate ideas to team and management

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize AWS DynamoDB and MongoDB environments across dev, test, stage and production
• Participate in projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, and define, manage, and track project deliverables using defined technologies
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and procedures for NoSQL and other supported database platforms
• Keep up to date on current and upcoming technology innovations for use within Sunlife
• Develop scripts to support the database operations on Linux, containers or cloud-based platforms
• Support project development following documented standards, policies and procedures (Change Management Process)
• Evaluate functionality and features within related database products
• Contribute ideas for best practice improvements, process improvement, and innovative solutions
• Develop automation playbooks using Ansible, AWS Cloud Formation, Terraform

Benefits

• Wellness programs that support the three pillars of your health – mental, physical, and financial
• The opportunity to move along a variety of career paths with amazing networking potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree