Job Description

Overview

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At NetApp, we have a history of helping customers turn challenges into business opportunities. That's because we bring new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively in the most efficient possible way. As an Engineer with NetApp, you'll have the opportunity to work with modern cloud and container orchestration technologies in a production setting. You'll play an important role in scaling systems sustainably through automation and evolving them by pushing for changes to improve reliability and velocity.

About NetApp

NetApp is the intelligent data infrastructure company, turning a world of disruption into opportunity for every customer. No matter the data type, workload or environment, we help our customers identify and realize new business possibilities. And it all starts with our people.


If this sounds like something you want to be part of, NetApp is the place for you. You can help bring new ideas to life, approaching each challenge with fresh eyes. Of course, you won't be doing it alone. At NetApp, we're all about asking for help when we need it, collaborating with others, and partnering across the organization - and beyond.

Job summary

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The NetApp Keystone team is responsible for cutting-edge technologies that enable NetApp's pay as you go offering. Keystone helps customers manage data on prem or in the cloud and have invoices that are charged in a subscription manner.

Job requirements

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Candidate must possess a solid background with a minimum of 4 years of experience in providing both technical and operational support activities for Database Servers. This includes logical and physical database design, troubleshooting, performance monitoring, tuning, and optimization. Should be proficient in PostgreSQL database cloning using Pg_dump and Pg_Restore. They will be responsible for reviewing all PostgreSQL logs and addressing any problems that arise. Experience with Postgres Connection Pooling, specifically PgBouncer, is essential. Hands-on operational DBA expertise is required in the areas of Replication, High Availability, and Backup/Recovery. Advanced performance-tuning skills are needed to review performance data and prepare comprehensive reports. Moreover, SQL and Linux scripting skills are a must for this position. Strong communication skills are imperative, as the candidate will need to manage escalation calls effectively. Experience working on an Application/Development team or as an Application DBA is highly valuable. The role involves managing Development, QA, Staging, and Production databases and applications, ensuring future enhancements meet the business needs of end users. Monitoring database health in terms of availability, reliability, performance, and capacity planning is a critical responsibility. The candidate will be tasked with upgrading PostgreSQL Databases and ensuring the monitoring and uptime of all production databases. They must estimate PostgreSQL database capacities and develop methods for monitoring database capacity and usage efficiently. Leading efforts to develop and improve procedures for automated monitoring and proactive intervention to minimize downtime is expected. Additionally, they will be responsible for reviewing developer SQL code to ensure queries are optimized and tuned to perform efficiently before production release. Regular maintenance on databases is part of the job and should be capable of supporting complex web-based applications and handling Automatic Switchover and Failover processes.

Education

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IC - Typically requires 5 to 8 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a related role


At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees. This means that most roles will have some level of in-office and/or in-person expectations, which will be shared during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

NetApp is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, and any protected classification.

Why NetApp?

We are all about helping customers turn challenges into business opportunity. It starts with bringing new thinking to age-old problems, like how to use data most effectively to run better - but also to innovate. We tailor our approach to the customer's unique needs with a combination of fresh thinking and proven approaches.


We enable a healthy work-life balance. Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time off each year to volunteer with their favourite organizations. We provide comprehensive benefits, including health care, life and accident plans, emotional support resources for you and your family, legal services, and financial savings programs to help you plan for your future. We support professional and personal growth through educational assistance and provide access to various discounts and perks to enhance your overall quality of life.


If you want to help us build knowledge and solve big problems, let's talk.

Submitting an application

To ensure a streamlined and fair hiring process for all candidates, our team only reviews applications submitted through our company website. This practice allows us to track, assess, and respond to applicants efficiently. Emailing our employees, recruiters, or Human Resources personnel directly will not influence your application.

Our values

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Put the customer at the center. Care for each other and our communities. Think and act like owners. Build belonging every day. Embrace a growth mindset.

Benefits

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Volunteer time off

40 hours of paid volunteer time each year.
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Well-being

Employee Assistance Program, fitness, and mental health resources to help employees be their best.
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Time away

Paid time off for vacation and to recharge.