Job Description :
Hi,

Role: NoSQL Database Administrator

Location: Houston, TX

Contract: 6+ Months

Interview: Must be able to come in for FTF interview (Skype for first but must be able to come in person to interview)

USC, GC, EADGC

None of this is negotiable.



Responsibilities
24 x 7 support and management of NoSQL database
Install, configure, administer, and support multiple NoSQL instances
Perform database maintenance and troubleshooting. Key participant in capacity planning and growth projections
Support application deployments to production including performance and functional testing.
Define and implement backup and archival strategies per data retention requirements
Automate routine tasks with scripts
Monitor and maintain database health and ensure efficient operation
Work with cross functional teams planning, modeling, and implementing solutions utilizing NoSQL technologies


Education
BS in Computer Science and/or equivalent work experience required


Knowledge/Skills

Required
In-depth understanding of NoSQL High Availability strategies - replication, sharding, and failover
Solid knowledge of NoSQL database concepts
Communicate and work effectively in a team environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience
Minimum of 3 years of Linux proficiency required
4+ years of hands on experience installing, configuring, and administering NoSQL databases required, recent experience with Couchbase