Who we are
Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.
Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.
Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.
Who you are:
We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Database Administrator who will be instrumental in supporting our Global team.
What you'll do:
The Database Administrator is responsible for keeping the Geotab database up and running smoothly at all times. This position provides a seamless flow of information throughout the company, considering both backend data structure and frontend accessibility for end-users.
How you'll make an impact:
- Perform database/application performance monitoring and tuning in both a development and production-support capacity.
- Ensure existing database systems perform well and are properly configured/maintained.
- Establish and maintain sound backup and recovery policies and procedures in conjunction with the system administrators.
- Implement and maintain database security.
- Create and implement plans for database growth and changes; create and document database development and testing standards.
- Perform database patch management and version control.
- Develop the required tooling and monitoring in production.
- Troubleshoot poor performance of queries and produce recommendations, such as indexes, IO subsystem requirements, memory, configuration, SQL query changes etc.
- Work with DevOps and support teams to ensure that the changes can be applied to databases as required.
- Participate in a 24x7 on-call rotating schedule (if applicable).
What you'll bring to the role:
- Post-Secondary Diploma/Degree or equivalent experience required.
- Diploma/Degree specialization in Engineering, Computer Science or a related field highly valued.
- 3-5 years of experience in database administration.
- Problem solving skills and ability to think algorithmically.
- Thorough knowledge of data backup, recovery, security, integrity and SQL.
- Familiarity with database design, documentation and coding.
- Previous experience with DBA case tools (frontend/backend) and third party tools.
- Familiarity with programming languages API.
- Experience working within a technical or engineering organization/knowledge of the high-technology industry is an asset.
- Must stay relevant to technology and should have the flexibility to adapt to the growing technology and market demands.
- High accuracy and meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent proofreading abilities.
- Able to work well under pressure and respond to fast changing priorities and deadlines.
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
- Technical competence using software programs, including, but not limited to, Google Suite for business (Sheets, Docs, Slides).
- Entrepreneurial mindset and comfortable in a flat organization.