Data Platforms Manager

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

We are looking for a Cloud Database Leader with strong DevOps and automation skills.

Cloud Database Engineering & Architecture

• Collaborate with Architecture, Application, and teams to automate, build, install, configure, and maintain cloud database platforms following architectural guidelines and requirements.
• Design, implement, and support available, scalable, and secure cloud database solutions on AWS, including:
  • Aurora (Postgres/MySQL)
  • RDS Postgres/MySQL
  • DMS (Database Migration Service)
  • Schema Conversion Tool (SCT)
  • KMS encryption
• Assess existing on-premises databases and develop strategies to migrate them to cloud-native solutions with minimal downtime.

DevOps & Automation

• Create and maintain Terraform modules (Infrastructure as Code) for provisioning and managing AWS resources.
• Develop and maintain automated database deployment pipelines using:
  • Bitbucket
  • Jenkins
  • Ansible
  • Python
  • or similar automation tools
• Architect CI/CD workflows that ensure consistent, repeatable, and error-free infrastructure deployments.

Operations, Monitoring & Optimization

• Monitor cloud performance, availability, and cost; identify optimization opportunities, and implement solutions to improve efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Diagnose and resolve cloud-related incidents, including system outages, performance bottlenecks, and connectivity issues across distributed systems.
• Maintain and enhance database observability, including log aggregation, metric dashboards, alerting policies, and capacity planning.

Security, Compliance & Governance

• Implement and enforce cloud security best practices, including IAM policies, access control, encryption, and network security configurations.
• Conduct regular security assessments, risk evaluations, and adhere to compliance standards.
• Ensure remediation of vulnerabilities through patching and configuration management.

Documentation & Support

• You will Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of cloud database infrastructure, including architecture diagrams, configurations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and runbooks.
• You will Participate in production on-call rotation and provide leadership through high-severity incidents.

Team Leadership

• Lead and coach a team of Database Engineers.
• Drive a culture of automation, learning, collaboration.
• Coordinate with teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and support business growth.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications • 10+ years of experience in database engineering/administration, with 3+ years leading cloud database initiatives. • Hands-on expertise with AWS cloud databases: Aurora Postgres/MySQL, RDS, DMS, SCT. • Strong experience in Infrastructure as Code using Terraform. • Proficiency with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Bitbucket, Ansible. • Strong scripting abilities in Python. • Deep understanding of database performance tuning, HA/DR, replication, and security. • Experience with cloud monitoring and cost optimization.

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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