Database Administration Engineer 3

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety of innovative and fascinating businesses and create career opportunities across a wide range of locations and disciplines. We are at the forefront of change and move at an amazing pace, thanks to our remarkable people, who bring cutting-edge products and services to life for millions of customers every day. If you share in our passion for teamwork, our vision to revolutionize industries and our goal to lead the future in media and technology, we want you to fast-forward your career at Comcast. Responsible for coordinating the operation of several complex data base files. Under minimal supervision performs aspects of Database Administration including, hardware and software evaluation and installation, logical and physical database design and implementation, structured testing of database designs, security administration, backup and recovery planning, performance and tuning, research and evaluation of new tools and techniques and development of policies, standards and procedures. Participates with the implementation and support of development systems, QA systems and production systems at data centers, including all network and systems-related infrastructure components. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Usually determines own work priorities. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Summary

Job Description

INTRODUCTION:

At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU’s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news, and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It’s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

NBC Universal seek a talented HANA DBA to join our growing team supporting Corporate Business Solutions. The Sr. SAP HANA Database Administrator is responsible for critical aspects of database administration including installation, configuration, upgrades, capacity/resource planning, performance tuning, backup and recovery strategy, promoting process improvement, problem solving, adhering to security policies and managing clusters of DB servers. Experience is required for cloning production data to development/test environments, and application optimization including query optimization. The candidate must have SAP HANA Database experience along with SAP BASIS. Oracle, MS SQL, and SAP IQ experience would also be a plus.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in technology or equivalent degree preferred
• SAP HANA (S/4 HANA, HANA 2.0) minimum 7 years’ experience is required.
• Oracle (Oracle 12c/Oracle 19c) , SQL Server and SAP IQ experience are a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in SAP HANA database administration using - Oracle Linux, Red Hat and SUSE Linux
• Experience with high-availability and disaster recovery and HSR processes in on-prem and AWS Cloud environments
• Must have been part of teams that have upgraded and or migrated DBs from on-prem to Cloud.
• Must understand Cloud Storage, file systems and BACKINT processes
• Deep Knowledge of database technologies and practices
• Knowledge of database trends and tools
• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal
• Ability to work well under pressure; manage tight deadlines and situations where conflicting priorities arise
• Be highly accountable, possessing a “can-do” attitude and a strong results orientation
• Excellent active listening skills
• Ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Problem solving and root cause identification skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent understanding of various databases with proven track record in establishing, managing database processes and activities within a global organization
• Ability to work with offshore/overseas teams.
• Planning, executing installs/upgrades/patching.
• Work closely with the Project Managers, Process Leads, and other stakeholders to ensure business requirements have been met.
• Maintain DB stability: backups/restores; monitor disk allocations; troubleshoot performance issues; reorg tables/indexes; parameter changes; monitor overall utilization.
• Plan DB changes within the framework of the Service Now change management procedures. Ensure audit information is collected as needed for change tickets.
• Define and collect audit information for the review by Internal and external auditors.
• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly activity reports describing activities accomplished in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain Knowledge articles for standard work.
• Be willing to learn and support our HANA environment on premise and in the AWS cloud.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a 4-year IT related degree and 4 years of production systems administration/support, or equivalent work experience
• Ability to use a wide variety of open-source technologies and tools
• Ability to code and script
• Experience with systems and IT operations
• Strong grasp of automation tools
• Comfort with collaboration, open communication and reaching across functional borders

Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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Education

Bachelor's Degree

While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.

Relevant Work Experience

5-7 Years