Team context
Within the Global Service Operations department, the Database product team is in charge of database management. We are responsible of the database infrastructure. Our mission is to provide reliable database services by covering the whole DB lifecycle. We support our customers on the move to the cloud journey. We manage both deployment through projects and maintenance in operational condition. We also have an advisory role on Database strategy.
Our team consists of 15 persons and has a global setup and includes DBAs in seven countries. In the team we deliver Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB and Db2 LUW on various platforms (from legacy on premise to PaaS services).
The position described here will first focus on MongoDB Atlas, but involvement with other products is possible.
Main objectives
Database Engineering (FOCUS)
- Contribute to the development and elaboration of AXA IT standards
- Setup and maintain documentation
- Automate, industrialize and improve the functioning of the Database infrastructure, using scripting and automation tools
- Participate in developing new services
- Get involved in Security and Audit topics
- Evaluate new features and DB related products
Specific tasks:
- Develop and maintain an automation framework for the MongoDB Atlas API
- Develop and maintain automation based on the MongoDB Atlas API using JavaScript on Node.js
- Some examples:
- Develop reporting capabilities and data provisioning
- Integration with external provisioning tools providing self-service capabilities.
Database Operations & Support
- Support & consult customers with using database PaaS services
- Support customer projects like migration to database PaaS services
- Support the operation team with technical expertise
- Take responsibility for complex operational topics.
Your Profile
Technical MUST:
- Development experience in infrastructure as code and automation ;
- Experience with a database PaaS: e.g. MongoDB Atlas, Azure DB, DocumentDB, …
Technical SHOULD:
- Familiarity with Agile methods, Jira, ServiceNow
- JavaScript, Node.js
- Terraform
Technical COULD:
- Monitoring with Dynatrace
- Additional experience in other Database management systems
- Puppet
Transversal skills:
- Experience with working in a complex international environment
- Ability to develop innovative concepts and ideas
- Experience in change management. (ITIL methodology)
- Willingness to show initiative and proactivity, to be rigorous and responsive
- Have a strong sense of service delivery and communication
- Openness to work in a global, international team
- Be able to work autonomously
About AXA
As a world-leading insurance company, we act for human progress by protecting what matters. With 153,000 employees in 54 countries working with 105 million customers, we’ve created a truly dynamic and vibrant community. Inclusion and diversity link closely with our values, and together we’re nurturing a culture of
respect, for each other, for our customers and the communities around us. Join AXA and you’ll feel like you belong, are included and can thrive. You’ll be able to shape the way you work and truly grow your potential as you seek out new opportunities, push boundaries and benefit people in critical moments of their lives. This is your chance to build the tomorrow you want. Know you can.
About the Entity
AXA is becoming a sustainable tech-led company and at AXA Group Operations we are one of the major catalysts for this transformation.
We set the tone by triggering and empowering the evolution of our insurance business model through technology and innovation, driving its concrete implementation globally at speed, with a high quality of advisory and execution.
We are present across 17 countries with committed, highly qualified teams. We leverage technology, data, sourcing, security and investment allocation in a global way, but also achieve economies of scale and synergies when necessary.
At AXA Group Operations, we want to be recognized in three fields of action:
- State-of-the-art Data Technology to drive customer experience
- State-of-the-art Procurement & Sourcing to drive efficiency and better manage risks
- High-Performing Global Team for stronger partnerships with AXA entities
What We Offer
We bring together the expertise, cultural diversity and creativity of over 8,000 employees worldwide and we’re committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of employment (gender, LGBT+, disabled persons, or people of different origins) and to promoting Diversity & Inclusion by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where individual differences are valued.
