Intermediate NoSQL DBA

Job Description

The candidate will be a member of a team within Data Management Services (DMS) called Alternative Database Technologies. Alternative Database Technologies is responsible for database infrastructure architecture and operation support to teams using various cloud based and on-premises database platforms.

The successful candidate will have a passion for database related technologies and is a proven fast learner. This is an opportunity for someone who is expert in data warehouse technologies, preferably in AWS DynamoDB and MongoDB.

What will you do :

• Maintain and optimize AWS DynamoDB and MongoDB environments across dev, test, stage and production Participate in projects throughout the entire project lifecycle, and define, manage, and track project deliverables using defined technologies
• Maintain up-to-date documentation and procedures for NoSQL and other supported database platforms
• Keep up to date on current and upcoming technology innovations for use within Sunlife
• Develop scripts to support the database operations on Linux, containers or cloud-based platforms
• Support project development following documented standards, policies and procedures (Change Management Process)
• Evaluate functionality and features within related database products
• Contribute ideas for best practice improvements, process improvement, and innovative solutions
• Develop automation playbooks using Ansible, AWS Cloud Formation, Terraform

What you need to succeed.

Preferred Skills :

What’s in it for you :

As a condition of the role, the successful candidate must obtain a Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance through Sun Life in advance of the start date

Must be able to satisfactorily complete applicable background checks prior to the start date and during employment, in accordance with Sun Life’s policies and practices.