What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator (DBA) position at Eagle Eye Networks?
About Us
Eagle Eye Networks is the global leader in cloud video surveillance, delivering cyber-secure, cloud-based video with artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics to make businesses more efficient and the world a safer place. The Eagle Eye Cloud VMS (video management system) is the only platform robust and flexible enough to power the future of video surveillance and intelligence. Eagle Eye is based in Austin, Texas, with offices in Amsterdam, Bangalore, and Tokyo.
Eagle Eye Networks is a dynamic, fast-moving company. We value the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, and we believe it is more enjoyable and productive. The synergy of in-office interaction is critical to our culture and your presence is essential for Eagle Eye Networks’ success. Learn more at een.com.
Summary
Eagle Eye Networks is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to design, manage, and optimize the global database infrastructure that powers our industry-leading cloud video surveillance platform. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in PostgreSQL and Cassandra, and will be excited to work with modern, evolving database technologies at large scale.
This role requires strong experience running high-performance, global, distributed databases, designing efficient schemas, and optimizing for performance and reliability. Experience with sharding, high availability, performance tuning, and Kubernetes workloads is strongly preferred. An interest in cutting-edge database technology is a plus.
This is an in-office role based at our Austin, TX headquarters. Occasional travel is less than 10%.
Key Responsibilities
Eagle Eye Networks is an innovative, global start-up building the only platform powerful enough to support the future of video surveillance and security. Here your voice will be heard, and talent respected. We have proven leadership and financial backing of one of the world’s premier venture capital firms. The work we do is essential in today’s world, as our systems are used to protect the health, safety, and welfare of people and property around the world.
Eagle Eye Networks is leveraging artificial intelligence on its true cloud platform to dramatically reshape the video surveillance and security industry. The Eagle Eye Cloud Video Management System (VMS) is a smart cloud video surveillance solution, purpose-built to help businesses improve safety, security, operations, and customer service. Tens of thousands of companies in more than 90 countries around the globe have moved their video surveillance to the cloud with Eagle Eye VMS. Customers, including multi-family residences, smart cities, schools, hospitals, hotels, logistics, restaurants, and retail shops trust Eagle Eye for actionable business intelligence and proactive security across multiple locations. The Eagle Eye VMS has strong APIs for the secure integration of third-party systems and works with thousands of industry cameras, so customers don’t have to “rip and replace” their existing infrastructure. Eagle Eye Cloud VMS is the only platform robust enough to power the future of video surveillance.
Eagle Eye Networks is an equal employment opportunity employer and values diversity. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Eagle Eye Networks is the global leader in cloud video surveillance, delivering cyber-secure, cloud-based video with artificial intelligence (AI) and analytics to make businesses more efficient and the world a safer place. The Eagle Eye Cloud VMS (video management system) is the only platform robust and flexible enough to power the future of video surveillance and intelligence. Eagle Eye is based in Austin, Texas, with offices in Amsterdam, Bangalore, and Tokyo.
Eagle Eye Networks is a dynamic, fast-moving company. We value the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, and we believe it is more enjoyable and productive. The synergy of in-office interaction is critical to our culture and your presence is essential for Eagle Eye Networks’ success. Learn more at een.com.
Summary
Eagle Eye Networks is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to design, manage, and optimize the global database infrastructure that powers our industry-leading cloud video surveillance platform. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in PostgreSQL and Cassandra, and will be excited to work with modern, evolving database technologies at large scale.
This role requires strong experience running high-performance, global, distributed databases, designing efficient schemas, and optimizing for performance and reliability. Experience with sharding, high availability, performance tuning, and Kubernetes workloads is strongly preferred. An interest in cutting-edge database technology is a plus.
This is an in-office role based at our Austin, TX headquarters. Occasional travel is less than 10%.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, implement, manage, and maintain PostgreSQL, Cassandra, and other database systems across development, staging, and production environments
- Run performant, large-scale global database environments to support high transaction volumes and demanding latency/throughput requirements
- Design scalable and efficient database schemas optimized for performance, flexibility, and business needs
- Implement sharding, replication, partitioning, clustering, and other distributed database strategies
- Continuously optimize queries and data access patterns for performance and scalability
- Monitor and tune database performance using modern tools and best practices
- Develop and manage robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures
- Manage database security, compliance, and access controls
- Work with application engineers to support product development, schema evolution, and performance optimization
- Participate in database infrastructure planning and evolution — helping guide Eagle Eye to next-gen solutions
- Document architecture, standards, and processes
- Stay current on industry trends and emerging database technologies
- 5 years professional experience as a Database Administrator or similar role
- Expertise in PostgreSQL and Cassandra in large-scale production environments
- Experience with Redis is a plus
- Proven ability to design and manage large, global, high-performance databases
- In-depth understanding of sharding, replication, partitioning, clustering, indexing, performance tuning, and query optimization
- Proficient in database schema design and data modeling
- Experience running Kubernetes workloads is strongly preferred
- Comfortable in Linux/Unix environments, with solid scripting skills (Bash, Python, etc.)
- Familiarity with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong knowledge of database monitoring, observability, and alerting
- Understanding of database security and compliance best practices
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills
- Interest in cutting-edge and evolving database technologies is a plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated, collaborative, and detail-oriented
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field — or equivalent practical experience
- Work Environment:
- This is a full-time, in-office position based in Austin, TX
- Travel is less than 10%
Eagle Eye Networks is an innovative, global start-up building the only platform powerful enough to support the future of video surveillance and security. Here your voice will be heard, and talent respected. We have proven leadership and financial backing of one of the world’s premier venture capital firms. The work we do is essential in today’s world, as our systems are used to protect the health, safety, and welfare of people and property around the world.
- Medical Benefits: We offer competitive medical, vision, and dental plans. Company offsets premiums.
- Taco Tuesdays: Like breakfast tacos? You’re at the right place, because weekly breakfast tacos are provided.
- 401k plan with company match!
- Weekly Lunch: Food is love. Especially when it is free.
- Snacks: You will never go hungry.
- Culture: Innovation drives our vibe.
- Diversity: We embrace our global presence, the diverse ideas and backgrounds of our team to improve our culture, our products and grow our people and our business.
- Unlimited PTO: We value our employees’ work/life balance and want you to spend the time off you need.
Eagle Eye Networks is leveraging artificial intelligence on its true cloud platform to dramatically reshape the video surveillance and security industry. The Eagle Eye Cloud Video Management System (VMS) is a smart cloud video surveillance solution, purpose-built to help businesses improve safety, security, operations, and customer service. Tens of thousands of companies in more than 90 countries around the globe have moved their video surveillance to the cloud with Eagle Eye VMS. Customers, including multi-family residences, smart cities, schools, hospitals, hotels, logistics, restaurants, and retail shops trust Eagle Eye for actionable business intelligence and proactive security across multiple locations. The Eagle Eye VMS has strong APIs for the secure integration of third-party systems and works with thousands of industry cameras, so customers don’t have to “rip and replace” their existing infrastructure. Eagle Eye Cloud VMS is the only platform robust enough to power the future of video surveillance.
Eagle Eye Networks is an equal employment opportunity employer and values diversity. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
