SR Azure Database Engineer

Mastercard · Dublin Mastercard is seeking a Senior Platform Engineer to drive its customer experience strategy forward by consistently innovating and problem-solving. The ideal candidate is passionate about the customer experience journey, highly motivated, intellectually curious, analytical, and possesses an entrepreneurial mindset. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement Azure-based database solutions using services such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure PostgreSQL, Azure Cache for Redis, and Azure Data Factory. Optimize database performance, scalability, and reliability. Implement and manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies. Monitor and troubleshoot database issues, ensuring high availability and data integrity. Automate database deployments and updates using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep. Collaborate with development teams to support data modelling, schema design, and query optimization. Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards. Maintain documentation and provide knowledge sharing across teams. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience with Azure database services (e.g., Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, PostgreSQL). Strong proficiency in T-SQL, PL/pgSQL, or equivalent. Experience with performance tuning and query optimization. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for database deployments. Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates). Understanding of data security, encryption, and compliance (e.g., GDPR). Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics). Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or equivalent. Experience with hybrid cloud or multi-cloud environments. Familiarity with data warehousing and ETL processes. Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python). Corporate Security Responsibility: Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices; Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.