Senior Database Administrator, SQL

Job Description:

• Administer, monitor, and maintain MS SQL Server and MongoDB or Oracle or PostgreSQL databases.
• Implement data backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Optimize database performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Enforce database security measures to safeguard sensitive data.
• Implement and manage user access and roles to ensure compliance with security policies.
• Work with development teams to design and implement database solutions that support application requirements.
• Set up and utilize monitoring tools to track database performance and address bottlenecks.
• Generate reports on system performance, availability, and other relevant metrics.
• Perform routine database maintenance tasks, including patching and updates for both MS SQL Server and MongoDB or Oracle or PostgreSQL.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements for database architecture and software tools.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of experience in database administration, specifically with MS SQL Server and MongoDB or Oracle or PostgreSQL.
• Strong knowledge of database backup, recovery, and replication strategies.
• Proficiency in Oracle database management, including Oracle RAC and Data Guard.
• Experience with MongoDB/SQL Server/PostgreSQL deployment and management tools.
• Familiarity with database monitoring tools and best practices.
• Knowledge of agility tools such as Version1.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow.
• Experience with Datadog monitoring.
• Cloud-based database administration experience with Azure or Amazon AWS.
• Familiarity with ITIL practices.
• Proficiency in Python and PowerShell scripting.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse.
• Monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.