Database SRE Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Australia.

📋 Description

• Lead and mentor a team of talented engineers responsible for the deployment, operations, and scaling of essential data platforms including Apache Cassandra, Apache Kafka, OpenSearch, caching solutions (Memcached, Redis), relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL), Kubernetes, and Zookeeper.

• Develop and implement long-term technical strategies to guarantee the scalability, reliability, and performance of our data infrastructure.

• Drive architectural decisions and innovations that are in line with CrowdStrike's business objectives and technical roadmap.

• Oversee operations within large-scale, business-critical Linux environments, ensuring a balance between cloud and on-premises infrastructures.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to seamlessly integrate data services into CrowdStrike's wider technology ecosystem.

• Implement and enhance processes for continuous improvement, prioritizing system reliability, performance optimization, and cost-effectiveness.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance across the organization on best practices for data management and infrastructure.

⛳️ Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role managing teams of 10 or more engineers.

• Deep technical expertise in distributed systems, cloud-native architectures, and data platforms.

• Proven experience in scaling and optimizing large-scale data services in high-growth environments.

• Established experience in administering one of the following: Apache Cassandra, Apache Kafka, OpenSearch, caching solutions (Memcached, Redis), relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL), Kubernetes, or Zookeeper.

• Strong understanding of cloud technologies, including AWS, GCP, OCI, and Azure.

• Experience in managing and optimizing hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructures.

• Excellent communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proven track record of successful project delivery in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards.

• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs.

• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharging.

• Paid parental and adoption leaves.

• Professional development opportunities for all employees, regardless of level or role.

• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to foster connections.

• Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities.

• Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe.