About us

Zenitech is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to reshaping the global digital landscape. Headquartered in the UK, Zenitech operates internationally, with offices in Lithuania, Romania, and Hungary. We use a bespoke approach depending upon where the client is on their digital journey, comprising a combination of access to dedicated R&D labs, technology implementation advice, and specialist nearshore development talent. All these elements enable us to forge enduring client relationships.

Zenitech’s exceptional service and end-to-end software engineering capabilities provide options for businesses to select and prioritise in order to deliver planned outcomes. We are a diverse international community of individuals who are open to learn from each other and collectively define and input into the digital future of the clients’ business.

About the role

We are seeking a NoSQL Database Engineer with expertise in managing and optimizing Cassandra databases. You will be responsible for migrating Cassandra (v2.x) databases to a cloud environment, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. This role involves working closely with technical teams, ensuring the stability, scalability, and performance of databases.

You’ll join a highly skilled team within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, contributing to large-scale data migration and optimization projects.

What you’ll do

  • Assess existing database environments to identify issues and create strategies for optimization and stability.
  • Lead and document the migration of Cassandra databases to the cloud, ensuring data security and operational readiness.
  • Implement monitoring tools and optimize database performance, focusing on reducing latency and improving query efficiency.
  • Automate database tasks using Python or Bash, and manage deployments with tools like Ansible.
  • Plan and execute platform updates to enhance the reliability and performance of Cassandra databases.
  • Develop and implement data retention strategies for Cassandra, tailored to product requirements.
  • Propose and execute plans to migrate databases to managed cloud-based solutions.
  • Provide on-call support for critical database issues, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Assist in migrating data and refining current strategies.
  • Safely upgrade database versions.
  • Implement archiving and backup processes.
  • Monitor performance and detect early warning signs of crashes.
  • Optimize configurations for better database performance.
  • Enhance high availability and resiliency.

Skills and qualities we appreciate

  • Cassandra Administration: 3+ years of experience in managing and optimizing Cassandra databases.
  • Cloud Services: Proficiency with AWS, including database deployment and management in a cloud environment.
  • Monitoring & Optimization: Expertise in performance monitoring and optimization tools.
  • Automation Skills: Proficiency in Python or Bash for automation, and experience with tools like Ansible.
  • Version Control: Experience with version control tools like Git.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Reliability, independence, punctuality, and integrity
  • Logical, problem-solving focused mindset
  • Solid troubleshooting ability and skills

What we offer

  • Hybrid working model and flexible working schedule
  • Private Health Insurance
  • People Lead system for your personal development
  • A culture of continuous growth, providing various training resources
  • Referral System
  • Technical equipment you can choose
  • Agile mindset, simplified processes, and a great atmosphere where commitment and autonomy are celebrated
  • A community-first mindset working with talented people across technology products and consulting

Additional benefits based on location:

Hungary:
  • 20 vacation days, increasing according to labour law
  • Extensive cafeteria package
Lithuania:
  • 20 vacation days
  • 2 emergency days
  • Pension plan
  • Opportunity to work abroad for up to 180 days per year
  • Discounts from the benefit platform
Romania:
  • 24 vacation days, increased based on the work tenure
  • 2 emergency days
  • Meal tickets
  • Opportunity to work abroad for 1 month

Diversity and Inclusion

Zenitech is proud to have a widely diverse team. We naturally create an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves and each person is valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging can be found here. If you require any reasonable adjustments to our application process, please let us know and we’ll do our best to design an interview format that works for you.

Why work with us?

Everything we do is about growth – helping our brilliant people do their best work, learn, develop, and grow their skills and careers. We are a growing company with great opportunities and the work we do makes a real difference in the digital landscape. We pride ourselves on our core values of Community First, Consistent Growth, Effective Partnership, and Simplified Processes. You can see them in action in all aspects of our everyday work. We foster an open, trusting, and collaborative working environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

As we are hiring for this role in multiple locations, you will be asked to select a location in the application form. Please choose the country where you would like to apply or be hired.