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Frontline Education

Senior Database Reliability Engineer 2

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Wayne, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $120K - $160K

💻 Information Technology

🗓️ May 15th, 2025

Ansible K-12 MongoDB

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Frontline Education is hiring a Senior Database Reliability Engineer 2. The role involves supporting and maintaining database environments for client-facing applications, ensuring the performance, integrity, and availability of AWS and on-premises databases. Key responsibilities include overseeing DB2 environments, managing AWS database systems, conducting system audits, and developing infrastructure automation. 

Highlights 
  • Oversee DB2 environments and manage AWS RDS and EC2 database systems.
  • Administer Linux-based DB2 and MySQL systems on-premise.
  • Conduct performance tuning and provide database health reports.
  • Develop automation using AWS CLI, Terraform, and Ansible.
  • Implement backup and recovery strategies using AWS Backup.
  • Ensure database security and compliance.
  • Requires experience with AWS cloud databases and strong SQL skills.
  • Compensation between $120,000 - $160,000 annually with bonus and benefits.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 8+ years of database administration experience required.

Senior Database Reliability Engineer 2 Full Description

Senior Database Reliability Engineer 2

Location: United States

Description

Senior Database Reliability Engineer 2 
Remote or Hybrid to Wayne, PA

Frontline Education is seeking a Senior Database Reliability Engineer 2 to support and maintain our database environments that power custom client-facing applications. As a vital member of the Data Management Operations Team, you’ll ensure the performance, integrity, and availability of databases hosted in AWS and on-premises (DB2 and MySQL). This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer with a passion for scalable, secure, and high-performing data systems. 

Key Responsibilities 
  • Oversee key DBRE responsibilities for our DB2 environments 
  • AWS Database Management: Monitor, maintain, and optimize database systems hosted on AWS (RDS, EC2). 
  • On-Prem Database Support: Administer Linux-based DB2 and MySQL systems in on-premise environments. 
  • System Audits & Optimization: Conduct regular system audits and performance tuning for all DBMS platforms. 
  • Monitoring & Reporting: Track database health using relevant monitoring tools and provide performance reports. 
  • Automation & Scripting: Develop infrastructure automation using AWS CLI, Terraform, and Ansible. 
  • Backup & Recovery: Implement and support backup/recovery strategies using AWS Backup, S3, and Backup Vaults. 
  • Security & Compliance: Safeguard databases against unauthorized access and enforce database security best practices. 
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Development, Client Support, and internal teams to ensure seamless data operations. 
  • On-Call Support: Participate in the DBRE on-call rotation and respond to Jira-based support requests in a timely manner. 
 
Critical Performance Objectives 

First 90 Days 
  • Gain deep familiarity with Frontline’s AWS-hosted and on-premise database environments. 
  • Validate and enhance backup/restore plans to meet Recovery Point Objective (RPO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO) targets. 
  • Strengthen database availability, reliability, and security. 
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks. 
  • Collaborate with the team to build knowledge of AWS database systems and internal practices. 
After 90 Days 
  • Take full ownership of operational support for Frontline’s AWS-based database infrastructure. 
  • Proactively identify and implement improvements and automation opportunities. 
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts and performance tuning (e.g., wait stats analysis, query plans). 
  • Continue participation in on-call and production support rotations. 

Qualifications 
 
Required 
  • Experience managing AWS cloud database technologies (RDS, EC2). 
  • Strong SQL and query optimization skills. 
  • Solid experience with Linux operating systems. 
  • Expertise in DB2 and at least of the following: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB. 
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. 
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively. 
  • Proven ability to manage high-transaction OLTP databases. 
 
Preferred 
  • Experience with additional technologies: MS SQL Server, Windows OS, AWS CLI, OLAP, DSS, Data Archiving. 
  • Familiarity with shell scripting, Agile methodologies, and cloud automation tooling. 
 
Education & Experience 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent practical experience). 
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in database administration, particularly within AWS environments. 
 
Frontline Education is a pioneer of school administration software purpose-built for K-12 districts. We provide innovative, connected solutions for student and special programs, business operations, and human capital management with powerful data and analytics to empower educators and administrators. We earn the trust of K-12 leaders across the U.S. by serving as a consistently high-performing, forthright partner of school districts through every dimension of the company. 
 
We're a group of unique and talented individuals that love what we do. We've been lucky enough to land jobs with a rapidly growing tech company that supports an appreciative and friendly customer base. We work hard to make our customers happy, but we like to have a good time in the process. We are a company that strives to think in terms of “we” instead of “me.” We believe in the philosophy of servant leadership and that it’s all about putting others first. We also value the balance between family and work.  
 
Frontline embraces diversity, equity, and inclusivity. We are intentionally building a workplace that respects, supports, and values the identities of all our employees. We believe this to be foundational in developing a strong community in our company. Frontline Education is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 
 
The perks of being a Frontliner:  
Frontline offers a competitive compensation package including a base salary, rewarding bonus structure, 401k match, and personalized PTO! Our company growth has created a promising environment for career advancement and rewarding challenges. We offer a tuition reimbursement program for eligible college credit coursework available to employees depending on their status and length of employment.   
 
The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $160,000 per year, based on experience, skills, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, this role includes a bonus, personalized PTO, and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and much more!
 
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