As a Senior Database Engineer you will be managing a portfolio of over 200 Zoox databases. Working closely with developers and business partners, you will drive the delivery of optimized and scalable database solutions. Your responsibilities will include identifying areas for improvement in our existing database implementation and proactively collaborating with software partners to address them. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in cross-functional collaboration with teams including data science, software development, security, and compliance, influencing key database-related decisions and promoting best practices.In this role, you will:Lead database architecture and design efforts to meet business requirements.Develop and maintain database code with a focus on performance and scalability.Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks through optimization and tuning.Administer and secure database servers, ensuring data integrity and availability.Design and implement ETL processes for data integration and transformation.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and address database needs.Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance and support.Document database designs, configurations, and processes thoroughly.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and data privacy regulations.Investigate and resolve database-related incidents and outages promptly.Participate in database on-call support.Qualifications:Expertise in PostgreSQL and MySQL. Proficiency in AWS Services such as EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, IAM, CloudFormation, CloudWatch.Database Design and Modeling experience. Strong programming skills in Python.Experience with performance optimization and tuning including query optimization, indexing strategies, and hardware optimization.Experience with Data Integration and ETL.Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) such as Terraform and Salt.Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.CompensationThere are three major components to compensation for this position: pay, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. The pay range for this position is $180,000 to $225,000. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The pay range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.About ZooxZoox is developing the first ground-up, fully autonomous vehicle fleet and the supporting ecosystem required to bring this technology to market. Sitting at the intersection of robotics, machine learning, and design, Zoox aims to provide the next generation of mobility-as-a-service in urban environments. We're looking for top talent that shares our passion and wants to be part of a fast-moving and highly execution-oriented team.Follow us on LinkedIn AccommodationsIf you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please reach out to ****** or your assigned recruiter.A Final Note:You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Zoox, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
