Job Description

Company Overview : We are Motive - the worlds leading provider of device management for mobile, fixed and IOT as well as managing the omni-channel customer experience which through its business logic drives actions, runs proactive care campaigns and improves customer satisfaction. Deployed by leading service providers worldwide, Motives device management and service management platform drive revenue, reduce customer care costs and automate each customer interaction. A relaunched brand with a long history and pedigree, at Motive we differentiate ourselves by creating innovative technical solutions, packaging them in ways that simplify operational complexity and time to market, and we never forget that we only succeed when our customers succeed. As a member of the Motive team, you will share a passion for being part of an exciting team of talented individuals, with a focus on building sustained long-term growth, and a fantastic place to work. Surrounded by individuals of exceptional ability and commitment, you will have the opportunity both to contribute to our continued business success, and to also invest in your own personal development. At Motive we hire only passionate team orientated people to join our business. Are you one of them? Position Summary: As a Research and Development DBA Engineer, you will be at the forefront of creating and enhancing our software products. You will engage in research, design, prototyping, and development of new features and solutions. Your role will involve exploring emerging technologies, implementing innovative ideas, and contributing to the strategic direction of our product portfolio. Main Responsibility Areas: Conduct research on emerging technologies, industry trends, and competitive products. Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in our software solutions. Design, prototype, and develop new features, enhancements, and applications. Work on DB queries, triggers, performance improvements on existing queries on both Mysql/Oracle. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and quality assurance, to ensure the successful development and implementation of new features. Create prototypes and proof-of-concept models to demonstrate the feasibility and potential of new ideas. Iterate on designs based on feedback and testing. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Share knowledge and best practices within the team. Maintain comprehensive documentation of research findings, design specifications, and development processes. Ensure that documentation is clear, accurate, and up-to-date. Continuously evaluate and improve existing products. Identify and address technical debt, performance issues, and areas for enhancement. Collaborate with the QA team to ensure high-quality deliverables. Manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. Ensure that development milestones and deadlines are met. Key Skills & Competencies: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees and relevant certifications are a plus. Proven expertise with developing large relational database applications, with design for performance, availability, and scalability. Experience and internal working knowledge of MariaDB, MaxScale, Oracle DB, and Oracle GoldenGate. Deep understanding of OLTP and OLAP architectures, and high performance ETL and reporting solutions. Experience with database versioning and seamless upgrade, especially with Liquibase. Deploy DB on K8S and normal VM. Deploying DB on AWS/Openshift is a plus. Demonstrated ability to think creatively and innovatively. Experience with prototyping and proof-of-concept development. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to tackle complex technical challenges and devise effective solutions. Slow queries troubleshooting skills are a must. Backup/restore of the DB dumps at customer environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive attitude. Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements. Work Experience Requirements: 7+ years of experience in software research and development, preferably within the software industry. Proven experience managing projects from inception to completion. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. MOTIVE gives equal opportunity in employment regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, race, nationality, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, or any other factor. By answering to this job post, you consent the use of your data by MOTIVE, for as long as necessary. We conduct regular data-cleansing and updating exercises to make sure the information we have is relevant and accurate. If you have any doubt or request to make relatively to your personal data, please send an e-mail. Eligibility Requirements Motive will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in India for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation (where legally permissible). Limitations and Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their manager.