Location: Chicago, IL
Salary: $135,000.00 USD Annually - $165,000.00 USD Annually
Description: We are seeking a Manager of Database Administration to lead a high-performing team responsible for the availability, performance, and integrity of enterprise database systems supporting mission-critical applications. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will balance people management with technical oversight, ensuring operational excellence while developing and mentoring a team of database professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day operations of database administration staff supporting both project and production environments
- Lead and develop a team of 6 to 8 DBAs, including performance reviews, career development, hiring, and team planning
- Ensure database availability, performance, and recoverability across enterprise systems
- Partner with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to support database-related initiatives and projects
- Review and approve database design changes and ensure alignment with enterprise standards
- Drive resource planning, project assignments, and prioritization across the team
- Provide leadership in database strategy, including future cloud migration initiatives
- Maintain high standards for database design, documentation, and operational processes
- Contribute to departmental planning, budgeting, and strategic initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
- 7+ years of database administration experience
- 3+ years of direct people management experience with full responsibility for hiring, performance management, and team development
- Strong expertise in SQL and relational database systems
- Experience managing multiple database technologies across different operating systems
- Deep understanding of database lifecycle, design, and production support
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong experience with PostgreSQL
- Background working with DB2 or mainframe environments
- Exposure to cloud database technologies or migration initiatives
- Relevant cloud certifications
Why Join
You will step into a highly visible leadership role within a stable, technology-driven organization where your impact will be immediate. This is an opportunity to shape a growing team, influence large-scale database environments, and play a key role in future cloud transformation efforts while building a long-term career.
Next Steps
If you're a hands-on database leader who enjoys building and developing teams while staying close to the technology, this is the role to explore. Apply directly or reach out today to start a conversation and learn how this opportunity can elevate your career trajectory right away.
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