Database Administrator IV

Job#: 3025153

Job Description:

Title: Database Admin IV

Location: Cincinnati, OH (Onsite)

Pay: $66-$75

Length: 9 months

Job Description

Position Overview

The Snowflake Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for ensuring the performance, security, reliability, and scalability of the Snowflake data platform. This role supports cross-functional data initiatives, maintains high operational standards, and contributes to continuous improvement across the data ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

Performance & Optimization

• Analyze and optimize complex SQL queries and workloads to improve efficiency and manage compute costs.
• Monitor and tune Snowflake virtual warehouses to maintain optimal performance.
• Apply best practices for data modeling, partitioning, clustering, and indexing.

Security & Governance

• Manage user roles, access controls, and data masking policies to support compliance with internal and external security requirements.
• Partner with Information Security and compliance teams to implement and uphold data governance standards.
• Audit and monitor data access and usage patterns to identify anomalies and ensure data protection.

Database Hygiene & Maintenance

• Maintain organized and well-structured schemas, tables, and views across all environments.
• Implement automated routines for data lifecycle management, including purging, archiving, and metadata upkeep.
• Ensure consistency, reliability, and accuracy of data pipelines and integrations with Snowflake.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to support data-driven initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior DBAs and data team members.
• Stay informed about Snowflake enhancements, new features, and industry trends to strengthen platform capabilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Snowflake DBA or in a similar role managing cloud-based data platforms.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and performance tuning methodologies.
• Deep understanding of Snowflake architecture, including virtual warehouses, storage layers, and caching.
• Experience with data security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with ETL/ELT tools and data integration frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills

• SnowPro Certification (Core or Advanced).
• Experience with automation tools such as dbt or Terraform.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and their integration with Snowflake.
• Scripting experience in Python or Shell for administrative or automation tasks.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.