Pismo is hiring a Visa Staff Database Engineer | SmartRecruiters

Staff Database Engineer Full-time Job Family Group: Technology and Operations Company Description Established in 2016 by veteran entrepreneurs and tech specialists, Pismo is a technological enterprise delivering a comprehensive processing platform for banking, card issuance, and financial market infrastructure. The organization facilitates customer innovation in building next-generation banking and payment solutions. Following Visa's integration in 2024, Pismo leverages advanced technological capabilities to address migration challenges for large financial institutions. Utilizing a cloud-based platform, the company empowers organizations to rapidly develop and launch financial products while maintaining superior security and scalability standards. With a global workforce exceeding 500 professionals distributed across multiple countries, Pismo continues to expand its technological footprint. We are recruiting a proficient and meticulous Mid-Level Database Engineer with minimum 5 years of professional experience to join our international team. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing cloud-based database systems, ensuring peak performance, reliability, and scalability. Responsibilities: - Manage, administer, and optimize database systems on Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Deliver expertise in Aurora MySQL, Aurora PostgreSQL, and DynamoDB administration - Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement infrastructure-as-code using Terraform - Engage in global team dynamics with potential 24x7 support rotation - Guarantee performance, reliability, and security across database environments - Monitor database health, diagnose challenges, and develop proactive resolutions - Support capacity planning, backup/recovery procedures, and disaster recovery initiatives This represents a hybrid position allowing alternation between remote and office work. Hybrid employees are expected to be on-site 2-3 predetermined days weekly, generally maintaining approximately 50% office presence based on organizational requirements. Required Qualifications: - Minimum 5 years professional experience as Database Administrator - Demonstrated expertise managing Aurora MySQL, Aurora PostgreSQL, DynamoDB - Comprehensive understanding of AWS Cloud database management features - Practical proficiency with Terraform - DevOps principles and methodology familiarity - Strong trustworthiness, discipline, and independent remote work capabilities Additional Desirable Skills: - Shell scripting knowledge - YAML coding experience Visa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive employment consideration without discrimination, adhering to EEOC guidelines and applicable local regulations.