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Database Administrator

At Instructure, we believe in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives. Our goal is to amplify that power by creating intuitive products that simplify learning and personal development, facilitate meaningful relationships, and inspire people to go further in their education and careers. We do this by giving smart, creative, passionate people opportunities to create something awesome. And that's where you come in.

Instructure, is looking to hire a full-time DBA on our DBA team. Over the last decade, our Canvas product has grown from nothing to being the standard LMS solution around the world, helping millions of people with online learning every day. But we're still growing, and that's where you come in. We're looking for an engineer who loves to keep data safe and available, knows how to future-proof a database system without being wasteful, appreciates the need to keep processes sustainable, and loves consulting with fellow employees to maximize their success.

What will you doing:

Explain why databases are one of the most difficult layers of the stack to work with, and how to overcome their special challenges.
Comfortably work in an SQL prompt on production systems.
Own projects and drive them to completion.
Have the customer focus on seeking out what needs doing, then collaborate to get it done.
Have the knowledge to know how to respond to database problems at 3 am.
Be able to automate stuff so that there aren't database problems at 3 am.
Be a point of contact for questions, both from technical engineers and less technical members of the company.
Be on top of problems before they become problems.
Be part of an on-call team.
Learn The New Shiny, without remaking what isn't broken.

The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge with:

Linux
Amazon Web Services
PostgreSQL, or some other ACID-compliant SQL database
pgBouncer, or some other form of database pooling
Ansible, or some other form of config management
Datadog, or some other form of resource monitoring and alerting
Automation
Fleets of thousands of servers
Ruby, bash, git, Python, Go, etc.
Performance tuning

Get in on all the awesome at Instructure

Competitive salary, and 401k.
Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance.
HSA program, vision, voluntary life, and AD&D.
Tuition reimbursement.
Paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules.
LifeStyle Spending Account.

$145,000 - $190,000 a year

We’ve always believed in hiring the most awesome people and treating them right. We know that the more diverse we are, the more diverse our ideas will be and when we openly welcome those ideas, our environment is better and our business is stronger.

All Instructure employees are required to successfully pass a background check upon being hired.

Instructure Glassdoor Company Review

3.3

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3.5

CEO of Instructure

Steve Daly

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What You Should Know About Database Administrator, Instructure

If you’re passionate about databases and their role in supporting thriving educational environments, Instructure is the place for you! We're on the lookout for a full-time Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic DBA team as we continue to grow our trusted Canvas product. With millions enduring the benefits of online learning, you'll be vital in ensuring that data remains safe, accessible, and always up-to-date. Your responsibilities will range from troubleshooting database issues in the early hours to automating processes that keep these problems at bay altogether. You won't just be behind the scenes; you'll play a pivotal role in collaborating with both technical and non-technical team members, making their success a priority. At Instructure, we value the ability to foresee issues before they escalate and are eager to embrace new technologies without disrupting existing systems. If you have experience with SQL, AWS, and a variety of programming languages, along with a zest for performance tuning and automation, we want to hear from you. Join us in amplifying the power of learning and personal growth with a competitive salary, flexible work schedules, and a rich benefits package. Let's make a difference together at Instructure!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Database Administrator Role at Instructure

What are the primary responsibilities of a Database Administrator at Instructure?

As a Database Administrator (DBA) at Instructure, you will be entrusted with maintaining the safety and availability of databases, addressing problems promptly, and collaborating with various teams. You'll be responsible for automating processes to minimize downtime and provide support during critical situations. Your role will also involve performance tuning and ensuring that databases run efficiently under any load.