Database Administrator

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated 8 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 120,000.00 - 135,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Backup Administration
Disaster Recovery
Data Security
Transact-SQL
Extract
Transform
Load
SQL
Database Migration
Infrastructure Architecture
Dashboard
Analytics
Project Management
Data Architecture
Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Microsoft
Computer Networking
SAS
Communication
Teamwork
Amazon Web Services
Expect
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Design Of Experiments
LinkedIn
Database Administration
Microsoft SQL Server
Database
Recovery
Cloud Computing
Microsoft Azure
Migration
Database Design
Optimization
Performance Tuning
Microsoft Power BI
Git
Windows PowerShell
PostgreSQL
Effective Communication
Collaboration
Agile
IaaS
Management
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

We are seeking a skilled Senior Database Administrator to join a highly capable team, driving the management, optimization, and security of enterprise-level databases. This role is perfect for an individual contributor who thrives on cross-department collaboration, diligent databased stewardship, and guiding development teams to align with data best practices.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Database Maintenance & Optimization: Manage SQL databases, backups, patching, disaster recovery, and performance tuning while adhering to organizational standards for data security and governance.
  • Query Development: Write and optimize efficient T-SQL queries and ETL processes for evolving business needs.
  • Collaboration with Developers: Guide development teams by improving SQL code health, addressing inefficiencies, and providing advisory support on data usage and integration.
  • Cloud Integration: Assist in initiatives for cloud database migration and infrastructure design (Azure or AWS preferred).
  • Analytics Support: Contribute expertise in PowerBI to support dashboard deployment and ongoing analytics requests.
  • Project Leadership: Spearhead key initiatives related to data architecture, classification, and retention strategies.

Preferred Competencies:
  • Robust experience with Microsoft SQL Server (Enterprise Edition, SSMS), database recovery strategies, availability groups, and best practices in database design.
  • Strong understanding of Microsoft environments, networking, and tools such as Git, PowerShell, SAS, PostgreSQL, and PowerBI.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills for multi-functional collaboration.
  • Hands-on expertise with cloud solutions and automation.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years of enterprise database management experience, with functional knowledge of Agile development environments.
  • Certifications or experience with Azure or AWS cloud infrastructure and migration strategies.
  • Proven history of driving database optimizations to improve data performance and reliability.

What to Expect:
  • Standard work hours with occasional early morning or weekend production moves.
  • Collaboration in a supportive, development-focused environment that values ownership and problem-solving.

Compensation: DOE | $125K-$135K

This is an excellent opportunity to balance operational responsibilities with impactful development support in a forward-thinking environment. If you take pride in knowing the "why" behind the systems you manage and seeing your impact realized across teams, we'd love to hear from you! For immediate and confidential consideration, send a current resume to Kristen. Lee on LinkedIn or apply directly to this posting today!

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in enterprise-level database management.
Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, including Enterprise Edition and database recovery strategies.
Hands-on experience with cloud solutions, particularly Azure, and familiarity with migration processes.
Strong understanding of database design principles, optimization techniques, and performance tuning.
Expertise in tools such as PowerBI, Git, PowerShell, and PostgreSQL.
Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work across diverse teams.
Certifications or proven experience in Agile environments and cloud infrastructure.
Ability to manage production moves during non-standard work hours, ensuring reliability and minimal downtime.

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