What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Software Engineer - Database Runtime Performance Optimization position at StubHub?
StubHub is on a mission to redefine the live event experience on a global scale. Whether someone is looking to attend their first event or their hundredth, we're here to delight them all the way from the moment they start looking for a ticket until they step through the gate. The same goes for our sellers. From fans selling a single ticket to the promoters of a worldwide stadium tour, we want StubHub to be the safest, most convenient way to offer a ticket to the millions of fans who browse our platform around the world.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Software Engineer who specializes in optimizing MS SQL Server performance. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of SQL Server workload optimization, excellent skills in programming languages like C , C#, and Java, and a proven track record in migrating massive workloads across databases. Experience in developing SQL Server engine components is a plus.
This role will be based in either our New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA or Aliso Viejo, CA office and has a hybrid (3 in-person days per week) work schedule.
Key Responsibilities :
- Programming Skills : Proficiency in one or more of the following languages : C , C#, Java. Ability to write high-performance and maintainable code.
- Database Performance Optimization : Analyze, optimize, and enhance SQL Server workloads to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. Address complex performance issues and implement solutions to improve database responsiveness.
- Query Optimization : Utilize advanced techniques to optimize SQL queries, including index tuning, query plan analysis, and performance troubleshooting.
- MS SQL Server Internals : Leverage in-depth knowledge of MS SQL Server internals to understand and resolve performance bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
- Workload Migration : Lead and manage the migration of large-scale workloads across different databases or environments, ensuring data integrity and minimal downtime.
- Collaborative Development : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, and system administrators, to address performance issues and implement improvements.
What You'll Be Doing :
What We Offer :
The anticipated gross base pay range is below for this role. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and competencies. Base annual salary is one component of StubHub's total compensation and competitive benefits package, which includes equity, 401(k), paid time off, paid parental leave, and comprehensive health benefits.
Salary Range
200,000-$275,000 USD
About Us
StubHub is the world's leading marketplace to buy and sell tickets to any live event, anywhere. Through StubHub in North America and viagogo, our international platform, we service customers in 195 countries in 33 languages and 49 available currencies. With more than 300 million tickets available annually on our platform to events around the world from sports to music, comedy to dance, festivals to theater StubHub offers the safest, most convenient way to buy or sell tickets to the most memorable live experiences. Come join our team for a front-row seat to the action.
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Salary : $200,000 - $275,000
