Senior Manager, Database Reliability Engineering

Company Overview

Qualys is a leading provider of cloud-based security and compliance solutions, processing vast amounts of data to help our global customers secure their networks, devices, and applications. As we continue to expand, we're looking for a Senior Manager, Database Reliability Engineering (DBRE) to lead our database teams and help ensure the ongoing performance, reliability, and scalability of our mission-critical data infrastructure.

Position Summary

In this role, you will lead and manage a globally distributed DBRE team responsible for the performance, availability, and security of our large-scale database environments. Our technology stack includes Oracle, OpenSearch, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Ceph, Janusgraph, and more. You should have hands-on expertise with two or more of these technologies and be comfortable guiding your team in adopting new tools and practices to streamline day-to-day operations.

You will partner closely with cross-functional teams-Development/Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), Infrastructure, Networking, and Support-to optimize database environments and ensure all systems meet or exceed service-level objectives. This position reports to the Director or VP of Engineering (depending on company structure) and requires 4+ years of management experience leading teams across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management

• Directly oversee and mentor a global DBRE team, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.

• Manage staffing needs, including recruiting and retaining top talent, conducting performance reviews, and supporting team members' career growth.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within and across teams.

• Strategic Planning & Execution

• Define and implement the long-term strategy for database reliability, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Drive projects from inception to completion-coordinating with stakeholders, setting milestones, and ensuring timely, high-quality deliveries.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools that can enhance the reliability and performance of our databases.

• Database & Infrastructure Management

• Provide expert oversight of installation, configuration, and performance tuning for Oracle, OpenSearch, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Ceph, and/or Janusgraph in multi-data-center deployments.

• Ensure best practices are followed for database security, backups, disaster recovery, and storage management.

• Collaborate with architecture teams to design and maintain high-availability, fault-tolerant systems.

• Performance Tuning & Optimization

• Guide the team in identifying performance bottlenecks, diagnosing issues, and implementing remediation strategies.

• Develop and track critical KPIs for database health, capacity, and performance, ensuring transparency and accountability.

• Automation & Innovation

• Champion the use of automation frameworks (Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Grafana, etc.) to streamline repetitive tasks, reduce human error, and improve system reliability.

• Encourage the adoption of DevOps and agile practices, promoting continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD).

• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with SRE, Infrastructure, and Networking teams to maintain optimal infrastructure configurations, reliability, and uptime.

• Partner with Support and Customer Success teams to address production issues, maintain SLAs, and ensure exceptional customer experiences.

• Communicate complex technical concepts to executives and other non-technical stakeholders to facilitate decision-making.

• Cloud Integration (Nice-to-Have)

• Leverage knowledge of OCI or other public cloud platforms to optimize database deployments in hybrid or cloud-native environments.

Our Work Environment

• Collaborative & Transparent: We use virtual collaboration and pairing tools to share ideas openly. Siloed work is discouraged-teamwork is our strength.

• Agile & Flexible: We focus on delivering incremental value, adapting processes only when they serve our goals.

• Diverse & Inclusive: We believe in building teams with diverse perspectives, which fuels creativity and innovative problem-solving.

• People-Focused: Our people are our most valuable asset. We invest in personal growth and align individual strengths to company objectives.

Qualifications

• Education:

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

• Management & Leadership Experience:

• 4+ years of experience managing teams (preferably DBRE, SRE, or similar) across multiple regions, with a track record of coaching, mentoring, and performance management.

• Technical Expertise:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience working with SQL & NoSQL databases in production.

• Proficiency in at least two of the following technologies: Oracle, OpenSearch, Cassandra, Kafka, Redis, Ceph, Janusgraph.

• Strong understanding of database performance optimization, backup and recovery, and real-time data synchronization.

• Tooling & Automation:

• Working knowledge of Ansible, Jenkins, Git, Grafana, or equivalent tools for automation, CI/CD, and monitoring.

• Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven problem-solving and analytical skills, especially in high-pressure production environments.

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution, prioritizing tasks for maximum impact.

• Innovation & Adaptability:

• Demonstrated passion for learning new technologies and methodologies to stay ahead of industry trends.

• Experience working in an agile environment with frequent releases and iterative improvements.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership Impact: Shape the vision and direction of our global DBRE team, driving innovation and operational excellence.

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work on the latest and most robust data solutions that power our security and compliance platform.

• Professional Growth: Access abundant opportunities for learning and career development within a fast-growing organization.

• Inclusive Culture: Join a diverse team that values open communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare, retirement, and more.

Ready to Apply?

If you are passionate about database reliability, possess strong leadership skills, and want to drive meaningful impact in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant leadership and technical experience.

Join us at Qualys and help lead our mission to provide secure, reliable, and high-performance solutions to customers worldwide!

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Annual Salary Guidelines: $175,000 - $210,000