Senior Database Administrator, DistroKid
Data Engineer
$145-160k
SQL
AWS
Python
Redis
Airflow
Terraform
MySQL
Redshift
dbt
Senior and Expert level
Remote from Canada, Europe, UK, US
More information about location
Online tools and services for the music industry
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Online tools and services for the music industry
101-200 employees
B2CMusicFlexible workingEntertainmentSaaS
Be an early applicant
$145-160k
SQL
AWS
Python
Redis
Airflow
Terraform
MySQL
Redshift
dbt
Senior and Expert level
Remote from Canada, Europe, UK, US
More information about location
101-200 employees
B2CMusicFlexible workingEntertainmentSaaS
Company mission
To provide high quality tools and services that help artists at any level be prolific.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience as a MySQL DBA, preferably within the music or entertainment industry
- Strong knowledge of SQL, including SQL tuning, DB performance tuning and optimization techniques
- Solid grasp of DB development concepts, including data modeling, schema design and dimensional modeling
- Proficient in Python
- A big plus is knowledge of Redshift, DBT, Dagster, Airflow, AWS, DMS, Terraform, and Redis
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex data issues and implement effective solutions
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment
What the job involves
- We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator & Data Engineer to join our team at DistroKid. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our data infrastructure while ensuring the availability, scalability, and performance of our databases and data pipelines.
- This role will work with data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, software developers, security, DevOps, and system operations peers. If you have a strong background in databases, data engineering, and infrastructure, and a passion for music and the entertainment industry, we encourage you to apply and help shape the global music distribution landscape
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable database and data pipeline solutions
- Provide schema design and evolution strategies to assist growing data needs
- Build and maintain infrastructure with modern tools (e.g., Terraform) to ensure consistency and automation
- Monitor, optimize, and tune performance of database systems and data pipelines for high availability and responsiveness
- Implement and enforce data security and governance practices in compliance with industry standards and company policies
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support analytics, product, and engineering initiatives
- Stay current with emerging trends and technologies, contributing to the continuous improvement of DistroKid’s data infrastructure
Our take
Distribution is vital for independent music acts to break out, but hard to navigate, especially without financial backing. Getting music into online stores and onto streaming platforms can take time that artists and labels often can’t afford to waste.
DistroKid is a cost-effective and speedy distribution service that sells itself on its quick turnaround. It claims it can get your music live on streaming platforms within 24-48 hours, all with a flat, annual fee that allows you to upload unlimited songs. Another selling point is the platform's lack of a royalty fee, allowing artists to keep 100% of the music they sell via DistroKid’s service.
Distrokid's extra promotional tools and a no-fuss, easy-to-navigate platform give musicians agency over their songs, and the platform has millions of users and positive testimonials to match.
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Insights
Top investors
38% female employees
Company
Company benefits
- Fully remote company - no offices
- Observed holidays
- Home office allowance - provided Apple laptop with accessories, monitor, chair and desk
- Parental leave for 6 months paid @ 100% of salary. Eligible after 180 days of employment. In the 6th month, employees come back on a half-time basis. This also applies towards adoption.
- Bereavement leave
- Flexible work environment - work within your time zone. We value life/work balance.
- Subscriptions: PAID: 1 music streaming service, WeWork membership & Calm app. DISCOUNTED RATE: Class Pass membership
- Virtual engagement activities: games, book club, hangouts
- Meet-ups in various locations. 1 company meetup per year and potential meetups with your department
- Pet insurance
- Birthday and work anniversary gifts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health insurance - 70% covered by company; 30% covered by employee 🇺🇸
- 401k with a 5% match after 90 days of employment 🇺🇸
- PTO - 23 days, 3 floating holidays 🇺🇸
- Optional benefits: Aflac, Supplemental Life & AD&D, HSA, FSA, STD, LTD 🇺🇸
- Pension with a 5% match 🇬🇧
- PTO - 26 days 🇬🇧
- PTO - 26 days 🇪🇺
- Pension with a 5% match 🇪🇺
Company values
- Spread Good Vibes: At DistroKid, we aim to uplift musicians by providing a platform that helps them share their passion with the world. We foster a positive, supportive environment where both artists and the team are encouraged to thrive, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to succeed and be heard.
- Make Things Simple: We believe that getting your music out into the world shouldn’t be complicated. Our platform is built to be easy to use, offering musicians a seamless, hassle-free experience that lets them focus on their craft, not the logistics.
- Encourage Inclusivity: DistroKid is for everyone. No matter where you come from or what genre you create, we welcome all artists. We’re dedicated to providing a platform that celebrates diversity and amplifies all voices in music.
- Appreciate Art: Music is at the core of everything we do. We value the power of creativity and support artists in expressing themselves freely. By appreciating art, we believe in the transformative power it has on individuals, communities, and culture.
- Create Fun: Music is meant to be enjoyable, and so is working with us. We bring energy and excitement into everything we do, from our platform’s design to the way we collaborate with musicians. We believe that fun fuels creativity and helps make great things happen.
- Be a Force for Good: We’re not just about distributing music; we’re about making a positive impact. By giving artists full control over their music and keeping 100% of their earnings, we empower musicians to make their dreams a reality while helping to shape a better, more inclusive music industry.
Company HQ
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