Lead Database Administrator

S&P Global.com

Office

HYDERABAD SKYVIEW, India

Full Time

About The Role:

Grade Level (For Internal Use):

The Role: LEAD DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

The Team:

You will be part of a World Class IT Services & Operations team supporting various product offerings of S&P Credit Solutions and S&P Capital IQ powered by various middle tier, database and OS technologies and used by tens of thousands of users globally. The team is responsible for ensuring Greater Reliability, High Performance, High Availability and Scalability.
You will work with a global team of intelligent and ambitious professionals recruited from top industries. The team is responsible for the database support, administration, scalability, performance tuning, release and architecture of large-scale data processing, aggregation and retrieval systems.

The Impact:

Delivering an Extensive View of Credit Risk across Rated and Unrated Private and Public Companies around the Globe for esteemed customers (Credit Analysts,Portfolio Managers,Commercial Lenders,Risk Managers,Insurance Underwriters,Regulatory Professionals)
Continually enhanced platform content combined with upload capabilities for proprietary data to deliver the coverage Customer’s need.
Analytic models (CreditPro,CreditModel & PD Model) that deliver universally comparable credit benchmarks for comparison across rated and unrated public and private companies.
Robust workflow solutions that offer speed and efficiency, enabling Customers to track growing number of global exposures.
Work on issues where analysis of situation or data requires review of relevant factors.

What'S In It For You:

This is the place to hone your existing database and leadership skills while having the chance to become exposed to fresh and divergent technologies (Oracle Exadata, Oracle RAC, Golden Gate, Dataguard, ZDS Appliances, WebLogic, Sonic JMS, MySQL, Informatica, MS SQL Server Product Family, NoSQL, SOLR, Vertica, active-active Databases, and petabyte storage levels).
As a critical member of the team, you will have the opportunity collaborate with a global team of database administrators and engineers who have recently graduated as well as other team members who are experts in their domain.

Responsibilities:

As a Lead Database Administrator you will Enhance Support, Administer, Manage, and Tune multi-terabyte Database Systems that will enable S&P Capital IQ to ingest, manage, process and serve-up Market Data Products (CreditPro, CreditModel & PD Model) as well as our highly transactional and dynamic web based CIQ Platform & Credit Solutions Portal.
Own the delivery of small to medium size projects where you will drive\contribute directly as an individual and take help of few others in the team.
Lead key database releases for Dev, QA, Alpha, Production and DR as part of the overall SDLC.
In-depth knowledge of database administration/management processes and strategies.
Solve complex, non-routine problems and determine the best solution through cost/benefit analysis.
Exercise judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action.
Work with other teams as a lead and frequently interact with functional peer groups.
Work with IT Service Management and other groups and make sure that all events, incidents and problems are resolved as per the SLA.
Lead or participate in initiatives in analyzing database resources for optimum configuration, performance and storage architecture information and provide enhancements and recommendations as needed.
Provide technical expertise in identifying and evaluating databases and developing procedures that are cost effective and meet user requirements
Provide high level support around production performance of software and codes in relation to the database/product

What We'Re Looking For:

Excellent Oracle hands on experience (Experience with additional data platforms like PostgreSQL/Oracle/AWS/Terraform is a huge Plus).
AWS RDS and Aurora postgres is mandatory
Extensive experience with database support, administration, performance tuning, architecture, scalability, and stability and database monitoring.
Robust Experience with Golden Gate, RAC, and Data Guard is a must.
Good knowledge on PL/SQL, Shell Scripting or any other scripting or programming language is a must.
Knowledge on Informatica is a plus.
Work on Complex significant and unique issues where analysis of situations or data requires an evaluation of intangibles ability to multi-task and manage priorities effectively.
Excellent communication skills, with strong verbal and writing proficiencies.

Additional Note / Our Hiring Manager says:

We are looking for the kind of person who is not only a roll up the sleeves hard core database technologist, but also a passionate database team member who can lead by example and motivate their peers to excel.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering
6+ years of hands-on large scale database administration, support and performance tuning experience
Experience with leading small to medium size projects is a plus.
Experience in a start-up or Agile or Dev Ops environment is a plus.
ITIL V3 Foundation Certified is a plus.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

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