Database Administrator

TEKsystems is hiring a DBA in Anchorage on a permanent basis.
This is a direct/permanent placement. W2 only, no C2C.
Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship.
This is an onsite role in Anchorage, AK. Not eligible for relocation.
Candidates must have the minimum required skills for consideration and must have their own reliable transportation.
Top Skills

• SQL Server
• Oracle
• Database administrator
• MySQL
• transact-SQL

Additional Skills & Qualifications
60% SQL Server and 40% Oracle
Job Description
The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the design, implementation, security, ongoing support, and optimization of enterprise databases, supporting a mission-critical environment. This role ensures database reliability, performance, scalability, and efficiency while supporting application development, upgrades, and system enhancements. Additionally, the Database Administrator researches emerging technologies, automation strategies, evaluates system improvements, and provides expert guidance on database-related initiatives to ensure alignment with industry best practices and business objectives.

• Controls and monitors system-level and database owner access to enterprise databases.
• Directs, coordinates, creates and maintains database elements in all enterprise databases.
• Performs database programming to provide data to front-end applications.
• Responsible for the database backup and recovery, scheduling, disaster prevention, and documentation.
• Responsible for adequate data retention on databases.
• Monitors database performance and capacities, optimizing them for efficiency.
• Provides in-depth technical support for resolving database-related problems.
• Develops and maintains naming standards, in-house educational material and language interfaces to database as necessary.
• Plans and implements installations, patches, and updates to the database software.
• Acts as primary contact between the client and database software vendors for problem resolution, support and maintenance issues.
• Provides application and platform-based impact assessment for proposed upgrade projects and support tasks, as required.
• Automates database tasks using current tools and scripting languages, improving efficiency and reliability.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Proficiency writing complex Structured Query Language (SQL) queries in both Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Proficiency with data analysis theory and techniques, including logical and physical database design.
• Proficiency with desktop computers utilizing Microsoft Windows.
• Advanced query tuning and performance optimization experience.
• Proficient in scripting and automation with interfaces and languages such as Microsoft PowerShell, PL/SQL, and Transact-SQL (T-SQL).
• Applications development experience in client/server computer environment preferred.
• Proficiency creating database objects such as tables, constraints, views, procedures, functions, and packages in Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills in enterprise environments.

Relationships in this Role:
Internal -

• IT Management: Receives direction and assistance from, exchanges information and makes recommendations.
• Other Information Technology Staff: Works directly with, exchanges information, makes recommendations, advises in areas related to database management.
• Users: Provide product support, exchanges information.

External -

• Vendors and Consultants: Consults and coordinates with, and exchanges information.
• User Community: Provides product support
• Software and Hardware Vendors: Consults with, performs advanced troubleshooting, reports and solves problems

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years of experience as a Database Administrator, of which two years must have been in and Oracle version release in the past ten years, and two years must have been in database design or database programming and development, all within an enterprise environment.
• Bachelor's degree with either the major or minor in computer science or related field , e.g. MIS, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, STEM.

OR

• Four years of additional equivalent experience may be substituted for the required degree.

Experience Level
Expert Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $96000.00 - $116000.00/yr.
Health Benefits
Medical & RX
Dental
Vision
Financial Security
401K Plan
Defined Benefit
Dependent Flex Spending Account
Life Insurance Benefits
Basic Life Insurance paid
Supplemental Life Insurance
Work, Life, Health
160 hours vacation for the first year
9 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
MetLife Will Preparation
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Anchorage,AK.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 22, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.