Cloud Database engineer 

 

“Innovate and build Cloud database services into the tremendous evolution of our internal product team.” 

  

CONTEXT 

 

Are you passionate about cloud and database innovation? Is it your way of living? Look no further! Richemont seeks an experienced and dynamic individual to join our team as a Cloud Database Engineer. This engineering role offers an exciting opportunity in an advanced Cloud and DevOps environment to showcase your expertise in SQL and NoSQL database technologies and your extensive experience managing large-scale AWS and Alibaba Cloud databases. 

 

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?  

As the Cloud Database engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain our cloud-based SQL and NoSQL databases running on AWS and Alibaba Cloud. Your primary responsibilities will include: 

 

• Database Design and Architecture: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and architect scalable, high-performance databases on cloud platforms. 

• Database Operations: Participate in operating databases, managing performance, availability, security, and data integrity. 

• Performance Optimization: Analyze database performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to enhance system efficiency. 

• Data Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce security measures to protect sensitive data, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. 

• Cloud Platform Management: Manage and optimize AWS and Alibaba Cloud databases, leveraging their native services and features. 

• Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve database-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure minimal downtime. 

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of database configurations, procedures, and best practices. Prepare regular reports on system performance and improvements. 

 

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US? 

 

• Extensive Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases. 

• Cloud Database Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with database technologies on AWS (e.g., Amazon RDS, MongoDB) and AlibabaCloud (e.g., ApsaraDB for RDS, Table Store) but also Document DB, MS-SQL cluster, and Oracle.  

• Automation mindset: Strong experience in Infrastructure as code and automation leveraging Terraform and Ansible. 

• Database Design and Architecture: In-depth knowledge of database design principles and architectural patterns for large-scale, cloud-based systems. 

• Performance Optimization: Experience optimizing database performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks, and implementing tuning strategies. 

• Data Security and Compliance: Familiarity with data security best practices, encryption methods, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). 

• Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex database issues. 

• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. 

  

HOW DO WE KEEP YOU SMILING?  

Full Cloud maturity environment 

Large-scale infrastructure with many challenges and opportunity 

Best-in-class office space in Fribourg and Geneva 

Generous package  

Flexible work hours  

Professional development opportunities 

Dynamic and inclusive work environment 

 

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US: 

 1.    If your application is selected, we will contact you ASAP for an informal introductory call. 

2.    The next step from there would be a first Technical interview, and if there is a match, you will have a personal meeting with them and our HR Business Partner.