Cassandra Database Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Cassandra Database Engineer with deep expertise in NoSQL database administration, with a primary focus on Cassandra. This role requires hands-on operational experience in database management and strong knowledge of public cloud technologies (AWS and/or GCP). The engineer will play a critical role in database operations, performance tuning, incident management, and cloud deployments. Key Responsibilities • Perform database performance analysis and operational reviews for production platforms. • Manage day-to-day database operations including incident response, alert resolution, and coordination with third-party support. • Deploy and maintain database monitoring solutions. • Develop, test, and implement restore and recovery procedures. • Handle database platform deployment, installation, patching, change management, and upgrades. • Apply and maintain database hardening procedures across cloud, hosted, and on-premises platforms. • Provide expert support to technical and project delivery teams. • Participate in database platform reviews, performance benchmarking, tuning, and security evaluations. • Deliver proactive recommendations for improvements and design changes to ensure high availability and security. Minimum Qualifications • High school diploma and 8+ years of Cassandra administration experience (administration, not architecture/design). • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science preferred, with 8–10 years of experience. • 8–10 years of NoSQL/Cassandra administration in production environments. • Strong background in public cloud database deployment, management, and migration. • Expertise in database operations, standards, and deployment methodologies. • Proven ability to manage change in high-availability, SLA-driven production platforms. • Skilled in high availability database architectures. • Strong technical leadership, proactive mindset, and collaborative team approach. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications • Advanced expertise in Cassandra database administration. • Experience with DataStax Enterprise Cassandra. • Strong troubleshooting skills in production environments. • Background in Linux system administration. • Familiarity with GitLab, Terraform, Datadog, Kubernetes, and Docker. • Experience with database performance evaluations and benchmarking. Special Requirements This role requires the ability to multitask, handle emergency incidents in production, and manage deadlines while maintaining clear communication with project teams and leadership. The right candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment with high visibility. Additional Information • Hybrid role: in-office on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday (mandatory).