ForeFlight

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Database Engineer to join our Infrastructure & Operations team. The successful candidate will be a critical asset in managing, maintaining, and optimizing our diverse database ecosystem to ensure high availability, performance, and security across the organization. This role requires deep expertise across various database technologies and a strong focus on infrastructure and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Database Management & Infrastructure • Design, implement, and maintain highly available, scalable, and secure database systems for mission-critical applications across various environments (on-premise, cloud, and hybrid). • Manage the full database lifecycle from initial design and setup through to maintenance, patching, upgrades, and eventual decommissioning. • Architect and implement robust backup and recovery strategies (including disaster recovery and business continuity plans) for all supported database platforms. • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation related to database architecture, configuration, processes, and standards. • Collaborate closely with infrastructure teams on capacity planning, hardware/storage provisioning, and network configuration to optimize database performance and reliability. Performance and Optimization • Proactively monitor database performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing advanced performance tuning (e.g., query optimization, indexing strategies, instance configuration) to meet SLAs. • Conduct routine performance audits and health checks across the entire database estate. • Automate routine operational tasks such as monitoring, alerting, patching, and provisioning using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and configuration management tools. Database Technologies • Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in administering, troubleshooting, and supporting Oracle Database (including RAC, Data Guard, Golden Gate, ASM). • Demonstrate deep experience with PostgreSQL and its associated tools, replication, and high-availability solutions. • Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration, including Always On Availability Groups, Distributed Availability Groups, SSIS, and SSRS. • Experience with other NoSQL and relational database technologies (e.g., MongoDB, MySQL, Cassandra) is highly desirable. Operational Support & Security • Serve as an escalation point for complex database issues, providing 24/7 on-call support on a rotational basis. • Enforce security policies and procedures, managing user access, roles, and privileges in compliance with internal and external audit requirements. • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production incidents, providing root cause analysis and implementing permanent fixes. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. • 7+ years of professional experience in database administration and engineering, specifically within an Infrastructure and Operations context. • Proven mastery of multiple database platforms, including Oracle, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server. • Expertise in database security, performance tuning, and high availability configurations (e.g., clustering, replication, failover). • Strong experience with cloud-based database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL). • Excellent scripting and automation skills (e.g., Shell, Python, PowerShell). • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly. Preferred Qualifications • Relevant professional certifications (e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL certification). • Experience with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Kubernetes, Docker). • Experience with database migration projects, including cross-platform migrations. • Knowledge of monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or equivalent. About ForeFlight ForeFlight, a Boeing company, is the leading provider of advanced integrated software for the General, Business and Military Aviation markets worldwide. Founded in 2007 and joining the Boeing family in 2019, ForeFlight now offers ForeFlight Mobile EFB and Military Flight Bag for pilots, ForeFlight Dispatch for flight planners, Sentry portable ADS-B receivers, and a range of additional integrated products and capabilities serving the needs of pilots and flight departments around the world. ForeFlight has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Editors' Choice Award from FLYING Magazine for five separate years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2023, and 2024. In 2023, ForeFlight also earned the FLYING Magazine Innovation Award, followed by the Readers' Choice Award in 2024. Additionally, ForeFlight was honored as the App of the Year by Aviation Consumer in 2011, and BuiltIn 2024 and 2025 best places to work. Why You Should Join At ForeFlight, we know you want a rewarding career. To do that, you need challenging projects, a good work environment, and awesome coworkers. We believe in our employees, and we empower them to make a direct impact on our products and services messaging. We strive to provide ForeFlighters and their loved ones with a world-class benefits experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Our benefits package includes but not limited to the following: • Medical, dental, vision insurance with Employer paid health premiums • Open PTO Policy • 401(k) with up to 10% company matching and immediate vesting • 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave • 4 Weeks Paid Paternity Leave • Flight Training Rewards • Tuition Stipend Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well market and business considerations: Summary Pay Range: $150,000- $170,000 This position is currently part of Boeing but is planned to transition to an independent company owned by Thoma Bravo, as part of a pending divestiture of the Digital Aviation Solutions organization. If you are selected for this role, your employment may initially be with Boeing (dependent on start date). Subject to final regulatory approvals and closing conditions, your employment may transfer to the divested business owned by Thoma Bravo at close. Additional details about this transition will be shared as they become available. By applying, you acknowledge and understand that this role is part of a transitioning business and may be subject to organizational changes including a new employer. Jeppesen ForeFlight – EOE including Disability/Vets | Pay Transparency | E-Verify Participant.