Staff Database Engineer

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Visa Technology & Operations LLC, a Visa Inc. company, needs a Staff Database Engineer (multiple openings) in Highlands Ranch, CO to:

• Responsible for SQL Server Database design, development, deployment, life cycle management, migration, and automation efforts.
• Install, configure, and support SQL Server HADR, Clustering, Replication topology, Encryption, Partitioning, Performance, Backup, Security, SSIS and SSRS services.
• Implement deployment standards, recommendations, operating procedures, and cost-effective Active-Active solutions. Implement SQL Server Cloud Deployment model and standards, Integration, and onboarding to cloud platforms.
• Implement and support complex SQL migrations and optimization part of consolidation and technology reduction efforts.
• Review, analyze and implement License optimization, consolidation, and version compliance standards for SQL Server Infrastructure across Visa.
• Perform proof of concepts, onboarding and certification of new SQL versions and tools.
• Automate and Integrate SQL Server version upgrade, patching and security standards.
• Create Internal dashboard and reporting for Inventory discovery and metrics using Power BI and SSRS services.
• Write and maintain PowerShell scripts for DB Deployment, patching and automation efforts.
• Provide L3 project support for escalated incidents, problem investigation and performance optimization.
• Position reports to the Highlands Ranch, Colorado office and may allow for partial telecommuting.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, followed by 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or in a database engineer-related occupation.
• Alternatively, employer will accept a Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a database engineer-related occupation
• Database architecture or design;
• Database consolidation;
• Database administration;
• Performance tuning & monitoring;
• SQL Server Cloud Deployment model and standards;
• Data replication technologies: Always-on, Golden Gate, and P2P
• MSSQL technology lifecycle;
• Automation of MSSQL deployment; and
• Developing enterprise solutions to support MSSQL in areas like backup, monitoring, alerting, security compliance, and patching.

Worksite: Highlands Ranch, CO

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Travel Requirements: This position does not require travel.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.               

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is $134,826.00 USD to $179,900.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position is eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Program, FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time off and Wellness Programs.

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