Full-Time

Global Support Engineer

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PingCAP

PingCAP

201-500 employees

Open-source distributed SQL database solutions

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software

Mid, Senior

Remote in Canada

Category
Customer Success
Customer Support
Customer Success & Support
Required Skills
MySQL
NoSQL
Oracle
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or a related field from a nationally accredited institution.
  • 3 years or more of experience in database technical support or related roles.
  • Proficiency in the operational mechanisms and management of relational databases such as MySQL/Oracle; experience with NoSQL, NewSQL, or related technologies is a plus.
  • Familiar with Linux/Unix operating systems, understanding of common database business system architectures, and strong experience in troubleshooting and handling major faults.
  • Strong ability to learn quickly, excellent problem analysis and resolution skills, and the ability to work in a multi-threaded environment; capable of handling urgent situations proactively.
  • Excellent communication skills, a strong sense of work responsibility, and a collaborative spirit within the team.
Responsibilities
  • Diagnose database issues by collecting relevant logs and monitoring data, determining the root causes of customer problems, and assisting customers in issue resolution.
  • Consult and collaborate with engineers within the team or across teams to address customer issues.
  • Record key issues encountered during work to assist colleagues in enhancing products and improving support experiences.
  • Actively monitor customer satisfaction, identify customer concerns, and manage customer expectations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with NoSQL, NewSQL, or related technologies is a plus.

PingCAP focuses on database management solutions, particularly through its product TiDB, an open-source, distributed SQL database that handles both transactional and analytical processing. TiDB allows for real-time data management and insights without the scaling issues of traditional databases, making it suitable for a variety of clients, from startups to large enterprises. The company differentiates itself by offering both an open-source version and a cloud-based service, TiDB Cloud, which provides additional features and support. PingCAP's goal is to enable real-time decision-making and operational efficiency for businesses by bridging the gap between IT and business objectives.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$332.3M

Headquarters

Sunnyvale, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PingCAP's expansion in Asia-Pacific strengthens its global market presence.
  • Winning AWS Partner Awards enhances PingCAP's credibility and industry recognition.
  • The rise of open-source software adoption benefits PingCAP's business model.

What critics are saying

  • Redpanda's serverless platform poses competitive threats to PingCAP's offerings.
  • Rapid expansion may strain resources and affect profitability.
  • PingCAP's Honorable Mention in Gartner Magic Quadrant indicates competitive positioning challenges.

What makes PingCAP unique

  • TiDB offers a unique HTAP solution, combining transactional and analytical processing.
  • PingCAP's open-source model provides flexibility and cost-effectiveness for enterprises.
  • TiDB's MySQL compatibility ensures easy integration with existing systems.

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