Database Administrator

Description


We are seeking a skilled and adaptable SQL Database Administrator to support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of databases within a diverse technical environment. This role involves both traditional DBA responsibilities and active participation in cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate is self-driven, has a solid foundation in database administration, and enjoys solving complex challenges with innovative solutions.

• Data Application Layer Ownership:
• Understand how applications interact with databases. Lead data modeling efforts and collaborate with architecture and development teams on both logical and physical database design.
• Database Performance Management:
• Develop performance benchmarks, conduct performance testing, and optimize SQL queries and database configurations.
• Data Management Across Environments:
• Manage and synchronize data across development, testing, and production environments, including migrations between different database platforms.
• Database Design Standards:
• Enforce consistent design conventions and create optimal data models tailored to specific requirements, including normalization and denormalization strategies.
• Application Design Collaboration:
• Work closely with developers to address issues related to application design, data modeling, access, and reporting.
• Development Process Integration:
• Utilize version control for databases, automate deployment processes, and implement standards and procedures for database changes and upgrades.
• Troubleshooting and Debugging:
• Diagnose and resolve database-related issues, and tune systems for improved performance.
• Continuous Learning:
• Embrace opportunities to work with various relational and NoSQL databases. A passion for learning and exploring new technologies is highly valued.
• Leadership and Mentorship:
• Lead by example, mentor junior DBAs, and drive efforts to meet project deadlines effectively.

Requirements

• .Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems
• 5-10 years of professional experience
• Strong SQL expertise
• Hands-on experience with Oracle, SQL Server, and MySQL
• Familiarity with both Windows and Linux environments
• Quick learner in dynamic settings
• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Groovy

Huge Plus** : Virtualized DB experience, OR Postgres, MongoDB experience, OR java experience

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