Cassandra Database Administrator

Responsibilities

• Help design, configure, and maintain an Apache Cassandra cluster, including Datastax Enterprise Graph.
• Analyze data access patterns and identify hotspots and bottlenecks.
• Design and review data models, and help developers plan high performing queries.
• Define and establish best practices with Cassandra, including configuration, monitoring health and backups of the cluster.
• Manage storage capacity of the cluster and help plan for growth based on future project goals.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot production issues as needed.
• Assume Other Responsibilities As Needed.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• 2+ years of experience with Apache Cassandra, including installing, configuring and monitoring a Cassandra cluster.
• Experience with Cassandra data modeling and CQL scripting.
• Experience with DataStax Enterprise Graph, including the Gremlin query language.
• Experience with both Windows and Linux Operating Systems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft .NET Framework (C#, F#, .NET Core).
• Ability to perform effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and business functions.
• Strong analytical skills to determine effective approaches to business solutions.
• Understanding of database best practices and the ability to promote those best practices in the organization.
• Experience working in an Agile or iterative approach to delivery preferred.