Sr. Engineer, Database Engineering at S&P Global

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, AWS, Database Optimization, Performance Tuning, Security Best Practices, Cloud Automation, T-SQL, PL/SQL, PGSQL, AWS DMS, Database Migration, Database Partitioning, Indexing Strategies

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Team: Join our highly dynamic Enterprise Solutions division as a hands-on Database Engineer. Our team is focused on optimizing and unifying our database infrastructure. We value innovation, collaboration, and a global mindset as we work towards creating a seamless database environment. Responsibilities and Impact: Manage and optimize SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MySQL databases hosted in AWS environments such as Amazon RDS, Amazon EC2, and Amazon Aurora. Tune SQL Queries and stored procedures for optimal performance and document tuning efforts and outcomes. Implement database partitioning, compression, and indexing strategies for performance optimization. Collaborate closely with architects, developers, system administrators, and DevOps teams to ensure efficient database integration with business applications. Support application teams in writing efficient queries, stored procedures, and functions. Utilize AWS tools like CloudWatch, Performance Insights, and CloudTrail for proactive database monitoring. Implement security best practices using AWS services like AWS KMS, IAM Roles, and Security Groups for database access control. What We’re Looking For: Basic Required Qualifications: Strong expertise in SQL Server 2016/2019/2022, Oracle 12c/19c, Postgres 12/13/14/15/16, and MySQL. Hands-on experience with Amazon RDS, EC2-hosted databases, and AWS migration tools like AWS DMS. Proficiency in writing complex SQL queries, stored procedures, TSQL/PLSQL/PGSQL, and performance tuning techniques. 16+ years of experience as a DBA managing SQL Server, Oracle databases, Postgres, and MySQL. Additional Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with cloud automation tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible, and Python. Strong understanding of database security, auditing, and encryption best practices. Experience in PowerShell, T-SQL, PL/SQL, PGSQL. Experience with AWS database migration strategies and cloud performance tuning best practices. About S&P Global Market Intelligence At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence. What’s In It For You? Our Purpose: Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world. Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all. From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 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Responsibilities

Manage and optimize various databases hosted in AWS environments, ensuring efficient integration with business applications. Collaborate with multiple teams to support application teams in writing efficient queries and implementing performance optimization strategies.