MariaDB is making a big impact on the world. Whether you’re checking your bank account, buying a coffee, shopping online, making a phone call, listening to music, taking out a loan or ordering takeout – MariaDB is the backbone of applications used everyday. Companies small and large, including 75% of the Fortune 500, run MariaDB, touching the lives of billions of people. With massive reach through Linux distributions, enterprise deployments and public clouds, MariaDB is uniquely positioned as the leading database for modern application development.

The Opportunity:

Do you love the challenge of new and interesting problems? Do you have a knack for automating anything you have to do more than twice? Do you want to become an expert Database Administrator (DBA)? If you answered yes, then you’ll love working on our Remote DBA team at MariaDB as we grow our exciting SkySQL cloud platform solution.

The Remote DBA team works with customers around the world. Each customer’s deployments and challenges are unique, offering something new day after day. You will help our customers succeed by delivering expert-level Remote DBA services including database monitoring, making recommendations to improve performance and durability, fixing things when they break, helping design new architectures and implement best practices, performing upgrades, configuring and monitoring backups, assisting with recoveries, and other related DBA-level tasks as needed. You will utilize advanced troubleshooting skills and creative problem-solving capabilities. You must be self-motivated and capable of working autonomously.

We are a “virtual” team, distributed globally, telecommuting via the internet. We make heavy use of email, Slack, the web, ssh, and similar remote technologies. Prior experience in this form of working environment is ideal.

Because we must provide coverage to our customers 24x7x365, this position does occasionally involve work on nights, weekends, and holidays, however, we leverage our global team to minimize the impact as much as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Perform DBA activities remotely with customers around the world
• Automate various DBA tasks
• Set up monitoring and other activities on customer servers
• Perform periodic health checks and reports on customer systems
• Participate in the community by blogging and other social media
• Help the MariaDB team build tools and enhancements around MariaDB
• Help improve practices and common methodologies for the Remote DBA team
• Ability to be on call as needed to guarantee customer SLAs
• Manage SkySQL customers across cloud environments
• Provide coverage during designated schedule
• Tues-Sat or Sun-Thurs shift preferred
• Ability to travel internationally for company-related meetings

Qualifications:

• Passion for serving customers and solving technical problems
• Experience with MariaDB/MySQL and surrounding tools
• Knowledge of SQL query writing and optimization
• Knowledge of database design, administration, development or architecture
• Understanding of various high availability environments and technologies
• Very strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Tenacity with regard to customer communication & follow-up
• Comfortable working remotely (equipment provided)
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
• Experience with some sort of columnar database platform
• Previous usage of database proxying technology

Bonus Experience and Skills:

• Experience in a 24×7 support environment
• Proficient with multiple backup utilities (mydumper, MariaDB Backup, Xtrabackup, mysqldump, etc.)
• Prior MariaDB, Percona, or MySQL support engineer experience
• Previous experience working remotely
• Proficient in one or more scripting languages (Bash, Python, Go, etc.)
• Sysadmin experience (Linux, Windows, etc.)
• Working knowledge of other database systems (Oracle, MS SQL Server, Postgres, RDS/Aurora, MongoDB, etc.)
• Contributions to open source software in the MariaDB/MySQL ecosystem
• Experience with other MariaDB products such as MaxScale, ColumnStore, Cluster/Galera, Clustrix, etc.
• Proficient with virtualization software (Xen, VirtualBox, VMware, etc.)
• Experience with cloud offerings
• Experience with automation toolsets
• Experience with containers (Kubernetes, Docker, etc)
• MariaDB/MySQL monitoring software experience
• MariaDB and/or MySQL certifications

Location:

Dominican Republic (Remote)

• The ideal shift rota preferred will be Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday. 
• Other flexible schedules with weekend coverage desirable.

Travel:

Flexible to travel internationally for company-related meetings

What's in it for you?

Impact the world of technology by pushing the boundaries of technology and business models, working at MariaDB, plc. Be part of a game-changing organization that encourages outside-the-box thinking, values empowerment, and is truly shaping the future of the software industry. You’ll be collaborating with high-caliber colleagues around the world, offering unparalleled learning and growth opportunities. We provide a very competitive compensation package, 25 days paid annual leave (plus holidays) and a massive degree of flexibility and freedom, and more.

Salaries for candidates outside the U.S. will vary based on local compensation structures.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application along with your CV/Resume through our ATS Greenhouse on our MariaDB Careers site.

• At MariaDB we celebrate the diverse experiences and perspectives of our employees because this drives innovation and success. MariaDB is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace for everyone.
• MariaDB does not sponsor work visas or relocation.
• MariaDB is committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities within our application and interview process. To request an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter.
• MariaDB will not accept agency resumes without a prior contractual agreement with HR. Please do not forward resumes to any recruiting alias or employee directly. MariaDB is not responsible for paying any fees associated with any unsolicited submitted CV/Resumes.

MariaDB is an equal opportunities employer.

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We are a global provider of API-based payment processing and wallet management infrastructure. We’re 100% cloud-native, hyper-configurable, and a “Top 10 Place to Work in Fintech.” And we’re changing how people think about payments. 

Today, we’re powering payments for one of the world’s largest banks and airlines and numerous innovative fintechs. E6 is headquartered in Austin with offices in Tokyo, Singapore, Brisbane, and London. We provide technology for clients in 24 countries on four continents. Since 2018 when we launched with HSBC, we have grown more than 10x. 

Interested in redefining what’s possible in payments? Join Episode Six today. 

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What you’ll be responsible for in this role:  

• Leading testing effort in the payments, card issuing and revolving credit domain. 
• Reviewing requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback. 
• Creating detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases in JUnit 5.
• Preparing quality assurance policies and procedures 
• Designing, developing, and executing automation code. 
• Identifying, recording, documenting, and tracking bugs. 
• Performing thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved. 
• Developing and applying testing processes for new and existing products. 
• Tracking quality assurance metrics and statistics. 
• Staying up to date with new testing tools, diverse types of test strategies, and assuring ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements. 
• Communicating technical information, both written and verbal, effectively to other team members and customers of varying technical experience. 
• Working collaboratively with other team members, teams and customers on projects, and other similar or related tasks.
• This is not an exhaustive list, and your duties and responsibilities will also include any incidental and administrative duties as are reasonably required or reasonably desirable for the performance of the duties and responsibilities set out above. 

What experiences and skills are necessary to be successful in this role:  

• Proficiency in the Java programming language and JUnit test framework. 
• Proven domain knowledge and experience in testing within the payments and card industry. Proficiency in various testing methodologies, tools, and techniques specific to this domain. 
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and industry-specific protocols. 
• Ability and willingness to delve into unfamiliar domains, rapidly acquiring necessary expertise for effective testing. 
• Previous experience in backend Java enterprise software system testing. 
• Previous experience in automating API (REST) testing. 
• Experience working with CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins or other CI/CD platforms. 
• Proven record with large complex projects and SDLC processes. 
• Experience working with RDBMS and NoSQL Databases such as MySQL and Cassandra. Ability to write, execute, and debug SQL queries to perform database testing and validation. 
• Great problem solving and decision-making skills; strong attention for detail to ensure comprehensive test planning. 
• Ability to read, write, listen, and speak English with at least business fluency. 

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• We appreciate the unique backgrounds, skill sets, experiences, and contributions each E6er brings. With a strong culture of respect for all, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment for every E6er to excel and grow. 
• We take immense pride in everything we do, no matter how big or small. We work hard, we work smart, and we sweat the details. We are humble enough to know that we do not know it all. We are excited to come to work every day, knowing we will be learning, improving, innovating, and making an impact. 
• A people first mentality. Professional development from day 1, a 360 focus on your wellbeing, and the ability to work where you need to, we’re here to support you.  

E6 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

E6 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities who may require additional assistance in engaging in our application and interview process. Please feel free to reach out to E6's Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@episodesix.com if you need any assistance completing our application or need accommodation during your interview process. 

How do you want to pay? It’s a question you’ve answered on-screen or in-person thousands of times, but your choices have always been limited. Imagine the flexibility to pay however you want – credit, debit, multiple currencies, frequent flyer miles, loyalty points, or digital payments - all on the same card or digital wallet. Sound impossible? Episode Six makes the seemingly impossible happen every day. 

We are a global provider of API-based payment processing and wallet management infrastructure. We’re 100% cloud-native, hyper-configurable, and a “Top 10 Place to Work in Fintech.” And we’re changing how people think about payments. 

Today, we’re powering payments for one of the world’s largest banks and airlines and numerous innovative fintechs. E6 is headquartered in Austin with offices in Tokyo, Singapore, Brisbane, and London. We provide technology for clients in 24 countries on four continents. Since 2018 when we launched with HSBC, we have grown more than 10x. 

Interested in redefining what’s possible in payments? Join Episode Six today. 

What we’re hiring for:  

We are a growing fintech organization looking to add a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test located in the Dominican Republic.  

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:  

• Leading testing effort in the payments, card issuing and revolving credit domain. 
• Reviewing requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback. 
• Creating detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases in JUnit 5.
• Preparing quality assurance policies and procedures 
• Designing, developing, and executing automation code. 
• Identifying, recording, documenting, and tracking bugs. 
• Performing thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved. 
• Developing and applying testing processes for new and existing products. 
• Tracking quality assurance metrics and statistics. 
• Staying up to date with new testing tools, diverse types of test strategies, and assuring ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements. 
• Communicating technical information, both written and verbal, effectively to other team members and customers of varying technical experience. 
• Working collaboratively with other team members, teams and customers on projects, and other similar or related tasks.
• This is not an exhaustive list, and your duties and responsibilities will also include any incidental and administrative duties as are reasonably required or reasonably desirable for the performance of the duties and responsibilities set out above. 

What experiences and skills are necessary to be successful in this role:  

• Proficiency in the Java programming language and JUnit test framework. 
• Proven domain knowledge and experience in testing within the payments and card industry. Proficiency in various testing methodologies, tools, and techniques specific to this domain. 
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and industry-specific protocols. 
• Ability and willingness to delve into unfamiliar domains, rapidly acquiring necessary expertise for effective testing. 
• Previous experience in backend Java enterprise software system testing. 
• Previous experience in automating API (REST) testing. 
• Experience working with CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins or other CI/CD platforms. 
• Proven record with large complex projects and SDLC processes. 
• Experience working with RDBMS and NoSQL Databases such as MySQL and Cassandra. Ability to write, execute, and debug SQL queries to perform database testing and validation. 
• Great problem solving and decision-making skills; strong attention for detail to ensure comprehensive test planning. 
• Ability to read, write, listen, and speak English with at least business fluency. 

What makes a successful E6er?  

• We appreciate the unique backgrounds, skill sets, experiences, and contributions each E6er brings. With a strong culture of respect for all, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment for every E6er to excel and grow. 
• We take immense pride in everything we do, no matter how big or small. We work hard, we work smart, and we sweat the details. We are humble enough to know that we do not know it all. We are excited to come to work every day, knowing we will be learning, improving, innovating, and making an impact. 
• A people first mentality. Professional development from day 1, a 360 focus on your wellbeing, and the ability to work where you need to, we’re here to support you.  

E6 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

E6 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities who may require additional assistance in engaging in our application and interview process. Please feel free to reach out to E6's Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@episodesix.com if you need any assistance completing our application or need accommodation during your interview process. 

How do you want to pay? It’s a question you’ve answered on-screen or in-person thousands of times, but your choices have always been limited. Imagine the flexibility to pay however you want – credit, debit, multiple currencies, frequent flyer miles, loyalty points, or digital payments - all on the same card or digital wallet. Sound impossible? Episode Six makes the seemingly impossible happen every day. 

We are a global provider of API-based payment processing and wallet management infrastructure. We’re 100% cloud-native, hyper-configurable, and a “Top 10 Place to Work in Fintech.” And we’re changing how people think about payments. 

Today, we’re powering payments for one of the world’s largest banks and airlines and numerous innovative fintechs. E6 is headquartered in Austin with offices in Tokyo, Singapore, Brisbane, and London. We provide technology for clients in 24 countries on four continents. Since 2018 when we launched with HSBC, we have grown more than 10x. 

Interested in redefining what’s possible in payments? Join Episode Six today. 

What we’re hiring for:  

We are a growing fintech organization looking to add a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test in the Dominican Republic.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:  

• Leading testing effort in the payments, card issuing and revolving credit domain. 
• Reviewing requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback. 
• Creating detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases in JUnit 5.
• Preparing quality assurance policies and procedures 
• Designing, developing, and executing automation code. 
• Identifying, recording, documenting, and tracking bugs. 
• Performing thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved. 
• Developing and applying testing processes for new and existing products. 
• Tracking quality assurance metrics and statistics. 
• Staying up to date with new testing tools, diverse types of test strategies, and assuring ongoing compliance with quality and industry regulatory requirements. 
• Communicating technical information, both written and verbal, effectively to other team members and customers of varying technical experience. 
• Working collaboratively with other team members, teams and customers on projects, and other similar or related tasks.
• This is not an exhaustive list, and your duties and responsibilities will also include any incidental and administrative duties as are reasonably required or reasonably desirable for the performance of the duties and responsibilities set out above. 

What experiences and skills are necessary to be successful in this role:  

• Proficiency in the Java programming language and JUnit test framework. 
• Proven domain knowledge and experience in testing within the payments and card industry. Proficiency in various testing methodologies, tools, and techniques specific to this domain. 
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and industry-specific protocols. 
• Ability and willingness to delve into unfamiliar domains, rapidly acquiring necessary expertise for effective testing. 
• Previous experience in backend Java enterprise software system testing. 
• Previous experience in automating API (REST) testing. 
• Experience working with CI/CD pipeline using Jenkins or other CI/CD platforms. 
• Proven record with large complex projects and SDLC processes. 
• Experience working with RDBMS and NoSQL Databases such as MySQL and Cassandra. Ability to write, execute, and debug SQL queries to perform database testing and validation. 
• Great problem solving and decision-making skills; strong attention for detail to ensure comprehensive test planning. 
• Ability to read, write, listen, and speak English with at least business fluency. 

What makes a successful E6er?  

• We appreciate the unique backgrounds, skill sets, experiences, and contributions each E6er brings. With a strong culture of respect for all, we foster an inclusive and supportive environment for every E6er to excel and grow. 
• We take immense pride in everything we do, no matter how big or small. We work hard, we work smart, and we sweat the details. We are humble enough to know that we do not know it all. We are excited to come to work every day, knowing we will be learning, improving, innovating, and making an impact. 
• A people first mentality. Professional development from day 1, a 360 focus on your wellbeing, and the ability to work where you need to, we’re here to support you.  

E6 is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

E6 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities who may require additional assistance in engaging in our application and interview process. Please feel free to reach out to E6's Talent Acquisition Team at recruiting@episodesix.com if you need any assistance completing our application or need accommodation during your interview process.