Database Administrator
Location: Woodbridge, NJ 07095 (Onsite)
Contract duration: 12+ Months
Work Hours: 35/Week
*LOCAL ONLY* Candidates should have a strong background in both Oracle DB and MS SQL Server, ETL, PostgreSQL, data warehousing.
Job Description
We are looking for a motivated Database Administrator ready to take us to the next level! If you have experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle and MS SQL Server, Experience monitoring database performance and optimizing queries, indexing, and storage, and are looking for your next career move, apply now.
Job Description:
We are looking for a Database Administrator to maintain, secure, and optimize database systems to ensure reliable access, data integrity, performance, and high availability for business operations. This position will be a full-time contract and onsite in Woodbridge, NJ
What You ll Do:
- Install, configure, and maintain Oracle and MS SQL Server database systems
- Monitor database performance and optimize queries, indexing, and storage
- Collaborate with developers, analysts, and IT teams to design and enhance database solutions
- Participate in the design and development of database systems and data models
- Provide on-call support for critical systems as required
- Implement systems in accordance with established design standards
- Support ETL processing and data warehousing initiatives
- Administer databases following organizational security and data integrity policies
- Manage database security, including roles, permissions, and encryption
- Develop and maintain backup and recovery strategies
- Ensure high availability through clustering, replication, and failover solutions
- Troubleshoot database issues and provide timely resolution
- Perform database upgrades, patches, and migrations
- Maintain documentation for database architecture, configurations, and processes
- Continuously enhance technical skills through training and professional development
- Establish and maintain professional working relationships with internal teams, vendors, and external stakeholders
What You'll Need Required:
- Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related field
- 3+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or in a related role
- Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Oracle and MS SQL Server
- Experience monitoring database performance and optimizing queries, indexing, and storage
- Experience supporting databases across Linux, UNIX, and Windows environments
- Experience with high availability, replication, and backup/recovery strategies
- Strong SQL skills, including query writing and stored procedures
- Knowledge of database best practices and performance tuning
- Familiarity with computer security standards and data integrity processes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Preferred:
- DBA certification
- Experience with scripting
- Experience working with ETL tools, including Informatica
- Experience with PostgreSQL and MySQL
- Knowledge of data warehousing concepts
Physical Demands
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with applicable standards
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods with occasional movement for meetings or collaboration
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks using a computer, including use of a keyboard and monitor