NetDocuments · 21 hours ago
Senior Database Administrator
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expNetDocuments is the world’s #1 trusted cloud-based content management and productivity platform that helps legal professionals do their best work. The Senior Database Administrator will own the operational excellence, reliability, performance, and security of the global database infrastructure, managing mission-critical production systems across AWS and Azure.
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Responsibilities
Administer, operate, and optimize production databases including Couchbase, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, DocumentDB, Cosmos DB, and Snowflake
Manage Couchbase clusters, including XDCR replication configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting
Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, and configuration management across cloud and on-prem environments
Monitor database health, performance, and resource utilization across multi-cloud infrastructure
Optimize query performance through indexing strategies, query tuning, and execution plan analysis
Plan and manage database scaling strategies, including vertical and horizontal scaling, sharding, and capacity planning
Implement and manage database security controls, including access management, encryption, and compliance requirements
Design and maintain comprehensive backup strategies with appropriate retention policies
Implement and validate restore procedures to meet defined RTO/RPO objectives
Develop and maintain point-in-time recovery (PITR) capabilities
Execute disaster recovery drills and document outcomes and improvements
Manage AWS Backup, native database backups, and cross-region replication strategies
Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation supporting mission-critical database systems
Lead database-related incident response efforts, including outage resolution and performance degradation
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions
Troubleshoot complex production issues such as replication lag, memory pressure, connection limits, and deadlocks
Coordinate closely with application and infrastructure teams during critical incidents
Implement and maintain monitoring and alerting using tools such as Datadog, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, and database-native solutions
Create and manage dashboards for database KPIs and SLAs
Configure intelligent alerting with appropriate thresholds and escalation paths
Automate routine operational tasks using Python, Bash, PowerShell, AWS CLI, and cloud-native tooling
Lead and support database migration initiatives across cloud providers and platforms
Plan and execute database upgrades and migrations with minimal downtime
Support new database implementations and data architecture initiatives
Validate data integrity and reconciliation during migrations
Develop and maintain runbooks, SOPs, and Architecture Decision Records (ADRs)
Document database configurations, schemas, and topology
Implement database security best practices including IAM roles, network isolation, secrets management, and encryption
Manage credentials using AWS Secrets Manager and Azure Key Vault
Ensure compliance with data residency, privacy, and regulatory requirements
Participate in security audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation efforts
Partner closely with Data Engineering, DevOps, and application teams
Provide database expertise and guidance across engineering teams
Communicate database status, incidents, and maintenance activities to stakeholders
Mentor junior DBAs and engineers on database best practices
Participate in architecture reviews and technical design discussions
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator managing production systems at scale
Strong hands-on experience with AWS database services including RDS/PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, DocumentDB, Aurora, and AWS Backup
Working experience administering Couchbase, including cluster management, XDCR replication, and N1QL optimization
Experience with Azure database services, including Cosmos DB and Azure Database for PostgreSQL
Proven experience supporting multi-region, globally distributed database systems
Deep understanding of database internals, indexing strategies, and query optimization
Strong SQL skills and familiarity with database-specific query languages (e.g., N1QL)
Experience designing and testing backup, restore, PITR, and disaster recovery strategies
Hands-on experience with monitoring and observability tools such as Datadog, CloudWatch, and Azure Monitor
Proficiency with scripting and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Strong understanding of database security, encryption, IAM, and compliance requirements
Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to operate effectively during high-severity incidents
Willingness and ability to participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Cloud or database certifications (AWS Database Specialty, AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Database Administrator, Couchbase)
Experience administering and optimizing Snowflake
Experience with database migration tools such as AWS DMS or Azure Data Migration Service
Familiarity with streaming and CDC technologies (Kafka, Kinesis, Debezium)
Experience with containerized environments (ECS, Kubernetes) for database workloads
Background in document management systems, hierarchical data structures, or content platforms
Exposure to vector databases and AI/ML-related database workloads
Experience mentoring or leading other DBAs
Benefits
90% healthcare premiums company covered
HSA company contribution
401K match at 4% with immediate vesting
Flexible PTO (typically 3 to 4 weeks a year)
10 paid holidays
Monthly contributions for life activities & wellness
Access to LinkedIn learning with monthly dedicated time to explore
Company
NetDocuments
NetDocuments enables businesses of all sizes to create, secure, manage, access, and collaborate on documents and email anywhere, any time.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$30MKey Investors
Warburg PincusCove Hill PartnersFrontier Growth
2021-05-25Secondary Market
2019-05-14Secondary Market
2017-03-02Acquired
Leadership Team
Josh Baxter
CEO
Kenneth Duncan
CEO
Recent News
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2025-12-13
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