Database Analyst (Remote)

• Design, build, and maintain scalable database infrastructure to support high-volume trading operations.
• Implement and manage MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server environments optimized for financial data processing.
• Develop and maintain database schemas, data models, and architectural documentation for trading systems.
• Ensure optimal database performance through proactive monitoring and real-time optimization.
• Perform critical database maintenance including automated backups, updates, and security patches.
• Implement and manage comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies for trading data.
• Monitor database performance and resolve issues with minimal impact on trading operations.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with financial industry regulations including ASIC and FCA requirements.
• Write and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database functions for trading applications.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize real-time trading application database interactions.
• Implement database triggers, views, and other objects supporting trading workflows.
• Conduct performance tuning and query optimization for high-frequency trading systems.
• Manage and optimize database systems on AWS cloud infrastructure supporting global operations.
• Support data integration and ETL processes for trading data aggregation and reporting.
• Ensure seamless connectivity between cloud-based and on-premises financial systems.
• Implement and maintain database security protocols and access controls for financial data.
• Ensure compliance with financial services regulations and institutional-grade security standards.
• Monitor and audit database access and activities for regulatory reporting requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in database management and development roles, preferably in financial services.
• Expert-level proficiency in SQL with proven experience in query optimization for high-volume systems.
• Hands-on experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server in production environments.
• Strong experience with AWS cloud database services and infrastructure management.
• Proficiency in database design, data modelling, and schema development for financial applications.
• Experience with backup and recovery strategies, high availability configurations for critical systems.
• Proficiency in Python, C#, scripting, and data processing.
• Experience with additional programming languages beneficial for trading system integration.
• Knowledge of database administration tools and real-time monitoring solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced trading environment.
• Understanding of data governance, compliance requirements, and risk management.
• Knowledge of financial data standards and regulatory reporting requirements is desirable.
• Familiarity with trading platforms and financial market data structures is desirable.
• Experience with database clustering, replication, and high-availability architectures.
• Understanding of FX market operations and institutional trading workflows will be considered a plus.
• Experience with database automation and configuration management tools.
• Knowledge of data warehousing and business intelligence concepts.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for database deployments.

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