Jun 24, 2022
In this role you will join an established team of database administrators and engineers responsible for the support of our ongoing database operations. The main database technologies you will be working with are MySQL and MongoDB. The Database team provides day-to-day database administration support, performance tuning and query optimisation for the production, development and test database environments operated by our end users (the bioinformatics, technical and research teams). The large central database environment is deployed over an in-house IT infrastructure based on Linux and virtualisation, and incorporates multi-terabyte databases across geographically distributed data centres. We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions.
Your role
This is a technical hands-on role using MySQL and MongoDB. The candidate will work on tasks of varying complexity under the guidance of the technical leads and the line manager. You will progress by taking on increasingly complex tasks, working on larger scale database backend improvement and innovation projects, and customer-facing activities involving the end users (such as reviewing existing solutions and recommending new ones, and performing database migrations).
A typical day involves:
checking the health of current deployments and raising any concerns, checking communication channels and responding to issues reported by end users;
attending the daily stand up meeting to communicate your daily activities (projects/issues) and any blockers;
conducting identified activities, monitoring the support ticketing system, being prepared to change priorities should any emergencies arise, updating or creating documentation as required;
attending planned meetings;
being available on the remote communication channels during working hours.
Closing date: 15 July 2022
Contract duration: 3 years (renewable upto 9 years)
Grading: Grade 5 (Monthly salary starting at £2,809 after tax) + other paid benefits
Reference number: EBI02030
You have
A degree in Computer Science (or an equivalent discipline), or demonstrable experience and learning
At least 5 years experience in a Database Administrator role with similar responsibilities
Solid hands-on skills and experience with SQL, Python, shell scripting
Organisation, attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines
Demonstrable willingness to take on new challenges and expand your current skill set based on demand
The ability to work within a team and in collaboration with others
You might also have
Cloud computing knowledge
Containerisation knowledge
Experience of IT Service Management (ITSM)
Understanding of project framework concepts
Why join us
Do something meaningful
At EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity.
Join a culture of innovation
We are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential.
Enjoy lots of benefits:
Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme including 17% employer contribution, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
Flexible working arrangements
Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays
Relocation package including installation grant (if required)
Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
Family benefits: On-site nursery, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance.