SQL Database Administrator II

Expedia Lodging Partner Services Sàrl

London

04.09.2024

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Expedia is the world’s largest travel platform. We’re passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive efficiency and enhance user experiences.

As a SQL DBA at Expedia, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our 24/7 OLTP database systems. Your expertise in SQL, automation and performance tuning will directly impact our applications’ reliability, scalability and overall performance.

The role is primarily SQL but there will be the opportunity to take on NoSQL projects e.g. MongoDB, Cassandra, RDS, Aurora, Postgres etc as the role progresses.

What you'll do:

Database Management:
- Design, implement and maintain database systems.
- Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues and optimize queries.
- Ensure data integrity, security and compliance.
Automation:
- Develop and maintain scripts, jobs and workflows for automating routine tasks (e.g. patching, backups, data loading, indexing).
- Implement and enhance database automation processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
Performance Tuning:
- Identify bottlenecks and optimize database performance.
- Collaborate with development teams to enhance application performance.
- Implement best practices for indexing, query optimization and caching.
High Availability and Disaster Recovery:
- Configure and manage AAG and Windows clusters.
- Create and maintain backup and recovery strategies.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams (developers, system administrators and network engineers).
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior DBAs.
- Leading projects to completion on time.
- Strong communication skills and desire to learn

Who you are:

5+ Years experience as a DBA, with a focus on SQL Server.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization and performance tuning.
Experience with database automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
Familiarity with cloud-based databases (primarily AWS) is desirable.
AWS & Microsoft Certifications
Service Now & Working in Sprints using JIRA.

About Expedia Group

Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) powers travel for everyone, everywhere through our global platform. Driven by the core belief that travel is a force for good, we help people experience the world in new ways and build lasting connections. We provide industry-leading technology solutions to fuel partner growth and success, while facilitating memorable experiences for travelers. Expedia Group's family of brands includes: Brand Expedia®, Hotels.com®, Expedia® Partner Solutions, Vrbo®, trivago®, Orbitz®, Travelocity®, Hotwire®, Wotif®, ebookers®, CheapTickets®, Expedia Group™ Media Solutions, Expedia Local Expert®, CarRentals.com™, and Expedia Cruises™.

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