Sr Cloud Database Engineer

Job description

**About the Role:**

**Grade Level (for internal use):**

12
Job Title: **Senior Database Cloud Administrator**

Location: **Southfield, Michigan.**

**The Role:**

S&P Global Automotive Insights is seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, optimize, and support PostgreSQL databases in both production and non-production environments.

This role requires deep expertise in PostgreSQL, cloud infrastructure (AWS), and automation, with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.

You will work closely with DevOps, development, and infrastructure teams to ensure robust database solutions that support large-scale, mission-critical applications within the automotive data ecosystem.

**The Team:**

At S&P Global, you’ll contribute to transforming how the automotive industry uses data to navigate trends and drive innovation.

You’ll work in a dynamic, inclusive environment with opportunities to grow and have a real impact in the global marketplace.

**Responsibilities** :

**Database Administration (PostgreSQL & Oracle)**

+ Administer PostgreSQL databases in both production and non-production environments.
+ Perform database tuning, query optimization, and indexing to maintain high performance.
+ Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve database performance, availability, and scalability issues.
+ Configure and manage automated backups, replication, and disaster recovery procedures.
+ Implement high-availability and failover strategies using AWS RDS and PostgreSQL clusters.
+ Support database migrations, particularly Oracle to Amazon PostgreSQL.

**Cloud Infrastructure (AWS)**

+ Deploy and manage cloud resources using AWS services including EC2, RDS, S3, VPC, IAM, and CloudWatch.
+ Automate infrastructure and database provisioning with Terraform (Infrastructure as Code).
+ Support CI/CD pipelines in coordination with DevOps teams to enable seamless database updates.
+ Develop automation scripts using AWS Lambda and other tools to reduce manual workload.

**Security & Compliance**

+ Enforce database security best practices: encryption, access controls, audit logging.
+ Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal data governance policies.
+ Manage PostgreSQL user access, roles, and permissions.
+ Collaboration & Support
+ Partner with development teams to design and optimize database schemas.
+ Assist with large-scale data migration projects (e.g., Oracle to PostgreSQL on AWS).
+ Provide 24/7 on-call support for critical database-related incidents and ensure timely resolution.

**Required Skills & Experience:**

+ 8+ years of hands-on experience with PostgreSQL and/or Oracle administration.
+ Strong SQL proficiency and deep knowledge of performance tuning, replication, and HA configurations.
+ Experience with database backup strategies, PITR, and disaster recovery planning.
+ Experience migrating Oracle databases to AWS PostgreSQL (preferred).
+ Cloud & Infrastructure
+ 4+ years of experience with AWS (EC2, RDS, S3, VPC, CloudWatch, IAM).
+ Proven track record managing PostgreSQL on AWS RDS and EC2.
+ Strong experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation (required).
+ Automation & Scripting
+ Proficient in scripting languages such as Terraform, Python, and Bash.
+ Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar platforms.

**Preferred Skills:**

+ Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
+ Team-oriented, proactive, and collaborative mindset.
+ Familiarity with containerized environments (a plus).
+ Experience with AWS monitoring tools like CloudWatch.

**Education & Certifications:**

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
+ Preferred:
+ AWS Certified Solutions Architect
+ AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
+ Other relevant AWS or PostgreSQL certifications

**Right to work requirements** : This role is limited for candidates with indefinite right to work within the USA.

**Compensation/Benefits** **Information (US Applicants Only):** S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $155,000.

Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

For more information on the benefits that we provide to our employees, please click here (https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries/us) .

**About S&P Global Mobility**

At S&P Global Mobility, we provide invaluable insights derived from unmatched automotive data, enabling our customers to anticipate change and make decisions with conviction.

Our expertise helps them to optimize their businesses, reach the right consumers, and shape the future of mobility.

We open the door to automotive innovation, revealing the buying patterns of today and helping customers plan for the emerging technologies of tomorrow.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/mobility .

**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:**

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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 (https://www.spglobal.com/content/dam/spglobal/corporate/en/documents/careers/Corp_0525-Recruitment-Fraud-Alert.pdf) .

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**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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202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), IFTECH202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group)

**Job ID:** 319367
**Posted On:** 2025-09-09
**Location:** Southfield, Michigan, United States

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