POSITION OVERVIEW:
Designs, models, configures, tests, and installs databases to support enterprise data needs. This role applies advanced knowledge to manage database systems, ensure data integrity and security, and support business operations. The Data Base Administrator (DBA) also leads projects, mentors junior staff, and resolves complex technical issues.
SSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Document and maintain database backup, recovery, capacity, and security plans.
2. Administer, maintain, and implement changes to databases based on evolving customer requirements.
3. Respond to and resolve test and production database issues across technology platforms.
4. Implement large or multiple development projects with a focus on performance and scalability.
5. Conduct quality control and auditing of databases to ensure data accuracy and appropriate usage.
6. Act as a lead liaison between business users, development teams, and support groups.
Coach and support the development of less experienced DBAs.
Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.
Pay Transparency:
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, and dental insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, 2 weeks paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts, 6.67-13.34 hours vacation per month based on service time, 8 paid holidays.
Pay Range: $83,799.00 - $160,894.00 per year
Colorado Pay Ranges: Colorado Springs, Grand Junction $89,665 - $143,465; Henderson, Mead $94,693 - $151,509; Gypsum $100,559 - $160,894
Illinois Pay Ranges: Effingham, Kankakee, Lincoln, Quincy, Rockford, Aurora $89,665 - $143,465; Bolingbrook, Chicago Heights, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, Forest View, Joliet, Schaumburg, Summit-Argo, Zion, Buffalo $100,559 - $160,894
New York Pay Ranges: Plattsburgh, Buffalo, Watertown, North Chili, East Syracuse, Nichols $89,665 - $143,465; Bethpage, Montgomery, West Babylon $100,559 - $160,894
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five (5) years of relevant work experience in an information technology or engineering environment. A related advanced degree may offset the experience requirement.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain business relationships.
Proficient in database design, configuration, and performance optimization.
Knowledge of data security, backup, and recovery best practices.
Ability to work independently and manage complex projects with limited supervision
Preferred Qualifications: Pay Transparency: Posting Date: 02/16/26. Will remain posted 60 days (unless filled/cancelled sooner). Current FedEx employees apply at enterprisecareers.fedex.com. Others apply at careers.fedex.com.
Pay: Additional Details: While this is a remote position, the successful candidate must reside within 50 miles of a FedEx Freight location within the continental U.S.
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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