Database Lead

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Infrastructure Specialists at Kyndryl are project-based subject matter experts in all things infrastructure – good at providing analysis, documenting and diagraming work for hand-off, offering timely solutions, and generally “figuring it out.” This is a hands-on role where your feel for the interaction between a system and its environment will be invaluable to every one of your clients.

There are two halves to this role: First, contributing to current projects where you analyze problems and tech issues, offer solutions, and test, modify, automate, and integrate systems. And second, long-range strategic planning of IT infrastructure and operational execution. This role isn’t specific to any one platform, so you’ll need a good feel for all of them. And because of this, you’ll experience variety and growth at Kyndryl that you won’t find anywhere else.

You’ll be involved early to offer solutions, help decide whether something can be done, and identify the technical and timeline risks up front. This means dealing with both client expectations and internal challenges – in other words, there are plenty of opportunities to make a difference, and a lot of people will witness your contributions. In fact, a frequent sign of success for our Infrastructure Specialists is when clients come back to us and ask for the same person by name. That’s the kind of impact you can have!

This is a project-based role where you’ll enjoy deep involvement throughout the lifespan of a project, as well as the chance to work closely with Architects, Technicians, and PMs. Whatever your current level of tech savvy or where you want your career to lead, you’ll find the right opportunities and a buddy to support your growth. Boredom? Trust us, that won’t be an issue.

Roles And Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overseeing the team responsible for maintenance and optimization of various databases within the organization, ensuring their reliability, performance, and availability.

• This role involves leading a team of database administrators to execute tasks such as tablespace administration, performance tuning, re-organizations, and problem resolution across a diverse range of database platforms, including Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DB2, and Cloud PaaS databases.

• They develop and implement processes and procedures for database administration tasks, ensuring they meet service level agreements and business requirements.

• Additionally, they lead performance tuning efforts, analyze database performance metrics, and coordinate reorganization activities to maintain optimal performance and storage efficiency.

• They also lead troubleshooting and resolution of database-related issues, collaborate with other IT teams, and mentor team members to ensure professional development and effectiveness.

Your future at Kyndryl
There are lots of opportunities to gain certification and qualifications on the job, and you’ll continuously grow as a Cloud Hyperscaler. Many of our Infrastructure Specialists are on a path toward becoming either an Architect or Distinguished Engineer, and there are opportunities at every skill level to grow in either of these directions.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience :

• Oversee maintenance and optimization of various databases, ensuring reliability, performance, and availability. 

• 7+ years of experience in database administration, with a focus on monitoring and managing databases in data center and cloud environments.

• Lead a team of database administrators in tasks such as tablespace administration, performance tuning, reorganizations, and problem resolution.

• Develop and implement processes and procedures for database administration tasks, ensuring compliance with SLAs and business requirements.

• Conduct performance tuning activities, analyze database metrics, and make recommendations for improvement.

• Coordinate database reorganization activities to maintain optimal performance and storage efficiency.

• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of database-related issues, conducting root cause analysis and implementing preventive measures.

• Collaborate with other IT teams to align database maintenance activities with organizational goals and initiatives.

• Mentor and provide guidance to team members, fostering their professional development and effectiveness.

 

Educational Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field.

 

Certifications:

Relevant certifications in database management systems (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate).

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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