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Mastercard

Senior Platform Engineer - Database Admin

Mastercard

Published 10 Feb 2026
O'Fallon, MO, USA
96K - 163K USD Annual
Part Time
Full Time

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Role Highlights

Languages used

SQL
TCL
Perl
Python

Key skills

Data Architect
Data Modelling
Prompt Engineering
Integrations
Information Systems
Written Communication
SME
Information Security
Data Migration
Database
Architecture
Backup
RDBMS
Middleware
Cluster
Infrastructure
Automation
Scripting
Streaming

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Oracle
PostGres
Linux

Description

\\\\Our Purpose\\\\ \Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, were helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.\\ \\\\Title and Summary\\\\ Senior Platform Engineer - Database Admin Overview Provide world-class support and expertise to all of MasterCards Database environments. MasterCards Database Architects set the direction for the enterprise leadership to design and build highly available, scalable and efficient solutions Represent MasterCards Data Architecture team as a subject matter expert. Continually look for opportunities to create efficiencies and provide expertise to integrate technologies and platforms into current environments Provide leadership and contribute to technology roadmaps to support MasterCards vision What technologies do you have hands-on experience with, and what degree is that experience? In your current role, what new database technologies have you integrated into your current environment and how? What experience do you have with data migration and integration from multiple systems? Role Configure and set up new database installations Review existing configurations and installations and provide design decisions for improvements to platform environments Implements backup strategies and performs upgrades and patching Develop architectures to migrate data and entire databases; Implement and deliver on the architecture migrating databases. Perform production level support and be part of the on call rotation when required. Work with RDBMS vendors and their respected support channels when required. Work with multiple application teams and developers Lead and set direction for MasterCards use of best practices and application database solutions. Work with management to plan and implement new strategies including new tools and products that provide data services. Lead efforts to identify, communicate and implement new strategies and represents Data Architecture in high level planning and long term direction. Advance knowledge of Oracle middleware (OEM/ODI/OWB/APEX). Advance knowledge of Oracle physical database tuning. Intermediate/Advance knowledge of SQL tuning background. Working knowledge of backup/recovery Working PL/SQL coding background. Advance implementation knowledge of partitioning. Advanced knowledge of Oracle RAC, Cluster Resource software and Oracle 12C features. Education (preferred): Bachelors Degree in Information systems or equivalent experience. All About You Excellent trouble shooting skills Displays excellent collaborative skills to facilitate cross-functional teams. Ability to work with minimal supervision seeking direction as required Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills Highly knowledgeable of RDBMS architecture and internal database workings Forward thinking infrastructure automation and scripting skills. Leads in managing clients expectations and communicates proactively. Ability to work with team members located in multiple geographies and time zones Proficient with Oracle RDBMS installation and configuration. Proficient with Oracle Enterprise Monitoring and alerting tools/processes Proficient in setup, configuration and monitoring of Oracle & Postgresql binary and logical data replication solutions (binary streaming, xDB Multi Master replication, Oracle Data Guard, Oracle GoldenGate) Proficient with collecting diagnostics and tuning Oracle as well as SQL tuning Proficient with Oracle & Postgres procedural languages (PL/pgSQL, PL/Tcl, PL/Perl, PL/Python) and SQL Proficient with Linux (RedHat) Working knowledge of Data Modelling. Working knowledge of scripting languages, Bash,KSH, perl etc Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable\\ and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly. \\\\Corporate Security Responsibility\\\\ All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must: \\+ Abide by Mastercards security policies and practices; \\+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed; \\+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and \\+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercards guidelines. In line with Mastercards total compensation philosophy and assuming that the job will be performed in the US, the successful candidate will be offered a competitive base salary and may be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions depending on the role. The base salary offered may vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Mastercard benefits for full time (and certain part time) employees generally include: insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance); flexible spending account and health savings account; paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave); 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time, 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire; 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays; 401k with a best-in-class company match; deferred compensation for eligible roles; fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities; eligibility for tuition reimbursement; and many more. Mastercard benefits for interns generally include: 56 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time; jury duty leave; and on-site fitness facilities in some locations. \\\\Pay Ranges\\\\ O'Fallon, Missouri: $96,000 - $163,000 USD

Required Qualifications and Skills

The role requires proficiency with Oracle RDBMS installation and configuration, as well as Oracle Enterprise Monitoring and alerting tools. Candidates must be proficient in setting up, configuring, and monitoring Oracle and PostgreSQL binary and logical data replication solutions, including Oracle xDB Multi Master replication, Oracle Data Guard, and Oracle GoldenGate. Expertise in collecting diagnostics and tuning Oracle and SQL is necessary, along with proficiency in Oracle and PostgreSQL procedural languages (PL/pgSQL, PL/Tcl, PL/Perl, PL/Python) and SQL. A strong background in Linux (RedHat) and scripting languages such as Bash, KSH, and Perl is also required. A Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or equivalent experience is preferred.

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About the company

Mastercard

Size

38185

HQ

Purchase, US

Description

MasterCard is framed as a technology company in the global payments business, emphasizing its role in connecting various stakeholders worldwide and enabling the use of secure and convenient electronic forms of payment. It describes its mission as working to connect and power an inclusive digital economy that benefits everyone everywhere by ensuring transactions are safe, simple, smart, and accessible. The company culture is driven by a decency quotient (DQ), cultivating an inclusive environment that values individual strengths, views, and experiences. It leverages secure data, networks, partnerships, and a passion for innovation to support various entities, including individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses, in realizing their potential.

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