"Database Administrator"
Contract Independent
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No Travel Required
Remote
$50 - $55/hr
Argyll Infotech Inc
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Skills
- Amazon DynamoDB
- Amazon RDS
- Amazon Web Services
- Backup
- Backup Administration
- Cloud Computing
- Clustering
- Continuous Delivery
- Continuous Integration
- Database
- Database Administration
- DevOps
- Failover
- Git
- Good Clinical Practice
- Google Cloud Platform
- High Availability
- Management
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
- MongoDB
- NoSQL
- Oracle RMAN
- PL/SQL
- Performance Tuning
- PostgreSQL
- Python
- Query Optimization
- Recovery
- Remote Desktop Services
- Replication
- Root Cause Analysis
- SQL
- SQL Azure
- Scripting
- Shell
- Systems Engineering
- Windows PowerShell
Summary
Job Title: Database Administrator (DBA)
Experience: 10 Years
Location: Washington, (Remote)
Employment Type: [Contract ]
Location: Washington, (Remote)
Employment Type: [Contract ]
Visa: & GC
Ex- Federal Client Exp Mandatory
Job Summary
We are looking for a hands-on Database Administrator (DBA) responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and performance tuning of databases. The role involves day-to-day database operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, and support for production systems.
The ideal candidate should have strong experience in database administration, query optimization, backups, and recovery, along with exposure to cloud or on-prem environments.
Key Responsibilities
Database Administration
- Install, configure, and maintain database systems (development, test, production)
- Manage database users, roles, and permissions
- Perform patching and upgrades
Backup & Recovery
- Configure and monitor database backups
- Perform restore and recovery operations when required
- Validate backup integrity and ensure data availability
Performance Tuning
- Monitor and optimize database performance
- Identify slow queries and bottlenecks
- Implement indexing and query tuning improvements
Monitoring & Support
- Monitor databases for health, availability, and performance issues
- Troubleshoot production incidents and outages
- Perform root cause analysis (RCA) and implement fixes
High Availability & Maintenance
- Support replication, failover, and clustering setups
- Ensure uptime and system reliability
- Perform routine maintenance tasks (reindexing, cleanup, etc.)
Automation & Scripting
- Write scripts for routine maintenance and monitoring
- Automate repetitive DBA tasks
Required Technical Skills
Database Technologies
- Hands-on experience with at least one:
- Oracle / SQL Server / PostgreSQL / MySQL
- Strong knowledge of SQL and database fundamentals
Performance & Optimization
- Experience in query tuning and indexing
- Understanding of execution plans
Backup & Recovery
- Experience with native tools (RMAN, SQL Server Backup, pg_dump, etc.)
High Availability
- Basic knowledge of replication, clustering, or failover mechanisms
Scripting
- Basic scripting knowledge: Shell / Python / PowerShell
Monitoring Tools
- Experience with tools like OEM, SSMS, pgAdmin, or cloud monitoring tools
Nice to Have
- Exposure to cloud databases (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud Platform Cloud SQL)
- Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB)
- Familiarity with DevOps tools (CI/CD, Git)
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 91139928
- Position Id: 8952310
- Posted 2 hours ago
Company Info
About Argyll Infotech Inc
We are well-versed in a variety of operating systems, networks, and databases. We work with just about any technology that a small business would encounter. We use this expertise to help customers with small to mid-sized projects.
The world of technology can be fast-paced and scary. That's why our goal is to provide an experience that is tailored to your company's needs. No matter the budget, we pride ourselves on providing professional customer service. We guarantee you will be satisfied with our work.
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