Senior Cloud Engineer - DBA (Hybrid - Raleigh/Durham, NC)

Summary :

The Pearson Virtual Schools SRE team is looking for a Senior Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) to support our applications recently migrated from legacy data centers to the cloud.

As an SRE, you will work alongside software engineering, rapid response, and incident management teams to create highly redundant and scalable systems in the AWS and Azure clouds.

Responsibilities :

Work with our engineering teams to identify and implement the most optimal AWS cloud-based database solutions.

Solve complex problems.

Ability to work independently with little to no guidance in some situations.

Optimize performance, scale-out, and build resiliency in the platform.

Troubleshoot priority incidents, facilitate post-mortems, and ensure permanent closure of incidents.

Develop best practices for database standards, documentation, and procedures.

Run, operate, and upkeep Pearson Cloud systems.

Administration of Databases, Cloud services, monitoring, logging, and alerting.

Support automation services and scripting for cloud deployment and migrations.

Reduce and remove toil through automation.

Support cross-cloud applications (AWS and Azure).

Participate in a 24 / 7 on-call support rotation.

Qualifications - Desired Experience :

5+ years of experience architecting, designing, developing, and implementing cloud solutions on AWS platforms with a database focus.

Experience with Enterprise scaled deployments of Microsoft SQL Server or Postgres.

Advanced understanding of the following AWS Services; RDS, EC2, Cloudwatch, Lambda, FSx, S3.

Understanding of database performance optimization, backups, and disaster recovery methods.

Infrastructure as Code - CloudFormation or Terraform.

Experience automating database administration tasks and services with T-SQL, PowerShell, Python, and / or similar programming languages.

Experience with the Linux and Windows Server Operating Systems.

Strong understanding and experience with the five pillars of well-architected frameworks.

Experience in monitoring cloud-based systems using tools like NewRelic, CloudWatch, Datadog, etc.

Ability to debug and optimize code and automate routine tasks.

Familiarity with agile software development lifecycle. Jira.

Proficient understanding of code versioning tools like Git.

Experience in designing, analyzing, and solving large-scale distributed database systems.

Strong Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in a cloud environment.

Systematic problem-solving approach, coupled with strong communication skills and a sense of ownership and drive.

Experience building CI / CD pipelines w / Azure Devops and GitHub.

Preferred Skills :

AWS Solution Architect Associate certification is desirable.

Database Administration Certificates such as Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA)

Compensation at Pearson is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific location.

As required by the Colorado, California, Washington State, New York State and New York City laws, the pay range for this position is as follows :

The minimum full-time salary range is between $120k- 140k.

This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, and information on benefits offered is .

Please submit a resume / cover letter that discusses the technologies that you are most proficient in as it relates to this position.

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact.

We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets.

To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company : Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education.

Alongside these, we have our corporate divisions : Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at

We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential.

Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work.

People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.