SR Azure Database Engineer

Posted 4 hours 2 minutes ago by Mission+

Permanent
Full Time
Factory Jobs
Not Specified, Ireland
Job Description
Title and Summary

Senior Platform Engineer - Azure Database Engineer at Mastercard

Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Azure database solutions to support Mastercard's digital payment services.

Overview

The Database Engineering team seeks a senior engineer to drive customer experience strategy by innovating and problem solving within our Azure platform.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement Azure based database solutions using services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure PostgreSQL, Azure Cache for Redis, and Azure Data Factory.
  • Optimize database performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Implement and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot database issues, ensuring high availability and data integrity.
  • Automate database deployments and updates using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep.
  • Collaborate with development teams to support data modelling, schema design, and query optimization.
  • Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards.
  • Maintain documentation and provide knowledge sharing across teams.
All About You

Required Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience with Azure database services (e.g., Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL).
  • Strong proficiency in T SQL, PL/pgSQL, or equivalent.
  • Experience with performance tuning and query optimization.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for database deployments.
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).
  • Understanding of data security, encryption, and compliance (e.g., GDPR).
  • Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics).
  • Excellent problem solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent.
  • Experience with hybrid cloud or multi cloud environments.
  • Familiarity with data warehousing and ETL processes.
  • Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python).
Corporate Security Responsibility
  • Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices.
  • Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed.
  • Report any suspected information security violation or breach.
  • Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.