Lead, Database Engineering

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

11

Job Description

The Role: Lead, Database Engineering.

The Team: We are seeking for a highly experienced Lead Database Administrator (DBA) with proven expertise in managing a team of 10 people and handle complex enterprise database environments and integrating AI-driven solutions for intelligent performance tuning, automation, and predictive analytics. Combining deep SQL expertise with advanced knowledge in artificial intelligence and machine learning, this professional, leads cross-functional teams in building resilient, secure, and self-optimizing database infrastructures, skilled in automating routine tasks, optimizing query performance, and applying AI to proactively detect anomalies, forecast resource needs, and ensure continuous availability of mission-critical systems.

The Impact: This is an excellent opportunity to join Enterprise Solutions as we transform and harmonize our infrastructure into a unified place while also developing your skills and furthering your career as we plan to power the markets of the future.

What’s in it for you: This is the place to hold your existing Database, Infrastructure, DevOps and Leadership skills while having the chance to become exposed to fresh and divergent technologies (e.g. AWS/ Snowflake/ Terraforms/Python/CI/CD)

Responsibilities: The Lead DBA will manage a team of 10 people and optimize SQL Server 2016/2019/2022, Oracle 12c/19c, Postgres 14/15/16 and MySQL databases hosted in AWS environments such as Amazon RDS, Amazon EC2, and Amazon Aurora. The role requires expertise in database performance tuning, security, cloud-based best practices, proactively detect anomalies, forecast resource needs, and ensure continuous availability The DBA will collaborate closely with architects, developers, system administrators, and Devops teams to ensure efficient database integration with business applications.

Team Leadership & Management

• Leading, mentoring, and guiding a team of database administrators, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Providing expert-level support for escalated database-related issues, leading root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions.
• Working closely with other IT teams (e.g., development, devops) to ensure seamless integration and alignment of database solutions.
• Implementing and enforcing database security policies, managing user access controls, and ensuring data protection and compliance.
• Assist developers in leveraging SQL Server Profiler, Oracle AWR, and AWS Performance Insights for tuning queries.
• Work closely with developers to design and maintain optimized database schemas for SQL Server, Oracle, Postgres & MySQL

Database Management & Maintenance

• Administer and maintain SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL databases hosted on Amazon RDS and Amazon EC2.
• Perform database installations, patching, and upgrades on AWS infrastructure.
• Configure and manage multi-AZ deployments, Read Replicas, AOAG, and Data Guard to ensure high availability.
• Manage SQL Server Always On configurations for improved failover and availability.
• Implement database partitioning, compression, and indexing strategies for performance optimization.

AI/ML Integration & Automation

• Implement AI-powered observability tools for predictive monitoring and anomaly detection (e.g. for query optimization or capacity forecasting)
• Predictive performance modeling (e.g., forecasting CPU, memory usage)
• AI-based query optimization using workload analysis
• Proactive alerting using anomaly detection models (e.g., Prophet, isolation forest)
• Automation scripts in Python and Shell to monitor DB health
• Integration with AI platforms (Azure ML, AWS Sage Maker, or custom models)
• Lead efforts in automating DBA task using AI/ML (e.g. index recommendation, workload pattern recognition)

Data Integrity & Security

• Implement security best practices using AWS services like AWS KMS, IAM Roles, and Security Groups for database access control.
• Manage encryption for data at rest and in transit using Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) for SQL Server and Oracle.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and industry security standards.

Backup & Recovery

• Design and implement automated backup strategies using AWS Backup and RDS Automated Snapshots for SQL Server.
• Use Oracle RMAN for Oracle database backups and recovery.
• Develop and test disaster recovery plans using AWS DMS and Cloud Endure.

Monitoring & Alerting

• Configure proactive alerts for performance issues, storage limits, and availability risks using CloudWatch and AWS SNS.

• Collaboration & Documentation
• Collaborate with developers, cloud architects, and DevOps teams to integrate database changes into CI/CD pipelines.
• Document database architectures, configurations, backup strategies, and recovery plans.

Tools & Technologies

• Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), SQL Developer, TOAD
• Python (pandas, scikit-learn), Oracle ML (OML), AutoML
• Shell scripting, PowerShell, PL/SQL, PG/SQL
• Git, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation
• Goldengate, AOAG, DMS, Data guard

What We’re Looking For:

• Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
• Microsoft Certified: Database Administrator
• MySQL Certified: Database Administrators
• PostgreSQL Certified: Database Administrators
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• 14+ years of experience as Lead DBA managing a team of 10 or more.

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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