Distributed Database Systems Architect

1 month ago


Old Toronto, Canada Apex Systems Full time

Job Overview:

Azure Cloud-based technology company Apex Systems is seeking an experienced Distributed Database Systems Architect to design, implement, and manage a distributed CockroachDB cluster running on OpenShift.

About the Role:

This role involves working closely with development teams to ensure optimal database performance and scalability, as well as managing the underlying infrastructure.

  • Design and Implementation: Design and implement a CockroachDB cluster architecture that meets the organization's performance, availability, and scalability requirements.
  • Configuration and Optimization: Configure CockroachDB pods and StatefulSets on OpenShift to ensure optimal performance and resource utilization. Tune queries and indexes to improve database performance and efficiency.
  • Automation and Monitoring: Automate deployment and upgrade processes using tools like Helm or Ansible. Automate configuration changes to ensure consistency and reduce errors. Monitor database health, performance, and utilization.
  • Troubleshooting and Collaboration: Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues. Collaborate with development teams to optimize database usage and performance.

Requirements and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience operating CockroachDB in a multi-region cluster environment, including implementation in a HA environment structure for RTO=0 and minimal RTO (near 0) mins for high volume transaction systems deployed across 4 OpenShift clusters spanning 4 different regions.

Key skills and qualifications include:

  • Strong understanding of CockroachDB architecture, distributed systems, and SQL.
  • Proficiency in Kubernetes and OpenShift, including pod configuration, StatefulSet workloads, networking, and storage.
  • Experience with automation tools for deployment, upgrades, and configuration management (e.g., Helm, Ansible).
  • Knowledge of other distributed databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
  • Excellent communication, technical writing, and collaboration skills.

Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on location and experience.



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