Qualifications
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Overall 5+ years of experience in managing databases and high-volume enterprise systems
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At least 3-5 years of extensive experience managing Cassandra NoSQL databases in Linux operating system
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Well versed with Relational and NoSQL database concepts
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Must have experience in Cassandra clusters planning which includes Data sizing estimation and identify hardware requirements based on the estimated data size and transaction volume
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Must have experience with working in mid to large size production environment across multiple Datacenters
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Experience in working and coordinating with Business Teams, Application Teams, Datastax Support etc
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Experience in working with development and other support teams to participate in release and change management processes to implement new features/functions as well apply mandatory patches or upgrades
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Ability to effectively share technical information, communicate technical issues and solutions to all levels of business
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Experience with conducting a stress test on a Cassandra clusters and interpret the performance results
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Deep knowledge of Cassandra DB performance/scaling concepts and tuning best practices
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Experience with taking a Backup and restore DB data to secure the system in the event of failure
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Experience with tuning the performance of Java Virtual Machine (JVM), caches, and compaction
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Knowledge on public clouds and services offerings like GCP, Azure etc
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Implement proactive monitoring of all databases and provide recommendations
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Knowledge of NoSQL best practices & NoSQL data modeling
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Experience with Monitoring Performance using Datastax OpsCenter or other similar monitoring tools
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Experience in writing Unix/Linux bash scripts
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Ability to handle multiple projects and identify primary and secondary objectives, prioritize time, and communicate timeline to team members
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Ability and desire to take product/project ownership
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Ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and Company needs
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Highly self-motivated with the desire to embrace new database technologies and must be able to work independently or within a team in a high demand and dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
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This Lead Software Engineer role in Macy’s Technology is a leader in the design and development of cross-functional, multi-platform application systems
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Translate business requirements into well-engineered, tested and deployed application systems that are used by the business and support these systems while in production
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Interface with internal customers to determine the most efficient and cost-effective approach to meet business requirements and design, develop, test, install, and deploy the required software applications
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Develop solutions utilizing a variety of software technologies, including new code construction, modifications to existing modules, configuration and/or package implementation
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Perform other duties as assigned
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Lead the development of the strategy and technical design for large work type 2 and 3 projects, i.e. define timelines and project plans, analyze and estimate feasibility, cost, time, and compatibility with hardware and other programs; ensure that expected application performance levels are achieved
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Commit to overall deliverables with customers and/or management
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Recommend vendors for projects, and negotiates terms/conditions with vendors, and support evaluation of new technical direction and approach with recommendations to Macy’s Technology senior management
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Lead the coding/configuration, testing, implementation and documentation of solution and develop detailed design specifications
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Perform complex applications programming activities, including code, test, debugging, documentation, maintenance, and modification to complex application programs
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Monitor and establish operating efficiency of existing application systems and provide (or arrange for) proactive maintenance; lead the resolution of customer inquiries
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Serve as a coach and mentor to more junior developers to include delegating and managing tasks, as appropriate
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Serve as a technical expert on existing applications and other inter-related/adjacent systems and applications
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Design systems/applications with high level of complexity (e.g. many interfaces, multiple packages, platforms)
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Evaluate the applicability of leading-edge technologies and use this information to significantly influence future business strategies
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Generate technical and/or business systems knowledge and ideas from external sources and incorporate those ideas into IT work
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Consistently demonstrate regular, dependable attendance & punctuality
