Database Administrator IV

Job#: 3027833

Job Description:

A leading technology integrator supporting a large municipal IT environment is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to join their team. This role supports enterprise-level databases across multiple departments and requires strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential.

Position Overview

The Database Administrator will manage and maintain a diverse portfolio of databases, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server, across production and non-production environments. The role involves performance tuning, upgrades, troubleshooting, and close coordination with internal teams and external vendors. The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and a team-first attitude.
Location & Work Model

• Onsite: Anaheim, CA (full onsite to start)
• Hybrid potential: Fully onsite to start, potential for hybrid.
• Schedule: Standard business hours with occasional after-hours support
• Clearance: Must be willing to complete a local public-safety background check

Compensation

• Contract Pay Range: $60-$65/hourly
• Conversion Salary Range: $120,000-$140,000 potential for some flexibility

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, and other small-scale databases
• Support production and non-production environments, ensuring stability and performance
• Perform daily health checks, backups, restores, and performance monitoring
• Install, configure, patch, and upgrade database servers and related tools
• Optimize queries, indexes, and system parameters for peak performance
• Manage database security, access control, encryption, and auditing
• Configure and support high-availability and disaster recovery solutions (Data Guard, RAC, AlwaysOn, clustering, replication)
• Develop and optimize SQL queries, triggers, stored procedures, and scripts
• Support application teams with schema changes, deployments, and troubleshooting
• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve database-related issues
• Participate in on-call rotations and provide after-hours support as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years minimum of experience as a DBA (Oracle or SQL Server); senior-level experience preferred
• Strong hands-on experience with Oracle 12c/19c and/or SQL Server 2016/2019/2022
• Proficiency in SQL development, performance tuning, and database optimization
• Experience with:
  • Oracle RMAN (backup/recovery)
  • Oracle Data Guard and RAC
  • SQL Server HA/DR solutions
  • SSMS, Azure Data Studio
• Familiarity with cloud database platforms (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL)
• Experience with database design, data modeling, normalization, and indexing strategies
• Scripting experience using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools
• Working knowledge of Windows Server and/or Linux
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a multi-platform, fast-paced environment and support 24x7 operations

Preferred Skills

• Experience with OEM, Oracle Grid, SolarWinds, or similar monitoring tools
• Exposure to SSIS, SSRS, or SSAS
• Experience supporting large, distributed enterprise environments
• Ability to collaborate with developers, architects, and business stakeholders

About the Environment

This role supports a large, multi-department municipal IT ecosystem with a mix of legacy and modernized systems. The work is highly collaborative, mission-driven, and impactful to citywide operations. Candidates who enjoy variety, problem-solving, and cross-functional teamwork will thrive here.

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