Senior SQL Database Administrator - Remote

Description

The company is a business and technology services provider with over $30+ billion in revenue, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and operating in more than 70 countries.

It focuses on AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services, and invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

This senior role is an advanced subject matter expert who keeps critical data assets available, accurate and fast, working with cross-functional teams on data-driven applications, troubleshooting and backup and recovery planning.

You will work with Change Control, Release Management, Asset and Configuration Management, and Capacity and Availability Management to define user needs and oversee access and security.

You will help control access to database environments through permissions and privileges.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure and maintain complex database management systems such as SQL Server, Oracle and MySQL, as needed.
• Work with developers and architects to design and tune database schemas, data models and database-driven applications.
• Write database documentation, including data standards, data flow diagrams, standard operating procedures and data dictionary metadata.
• Monitor database performance, find bottlenecks, and tune queries and indexes.
• Design and implement backup and disaster recovery plans that keep data available and the business running.
• Monitor production databases regularly and respond to issues, including taking databases offline when needed.
• Help build database utilities and automated reporting.
• Work with Change Control and Release Management to commission and install new applications and adapt existing ones to fit their purpose.
• Plan and carry out database software upgrades and patches to keep systems current and secure.
• Keep technical, application and operations staff informed to protect database integrity and security.
• Put security measures in place to protect databases from unauthorized access, breaches and data loss.
• Run regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to meet data protection standards and regulations.
• Support database initiatives with developers, system administrators, network engineers and business stakeholders.
• Give end users technical support, answer database questions, and run training sessions when needed.
• Take on other related tasks as required.

Requirements

• Advanced skills in database installation, configuration, maintenance and performance tuning.
• Advanced SQL skills for complex queries, stored procedures and functions.
• Advanced knowledge of database security, access controls and data encryption.
• Advanced working knowledge of backup and recovery strategies that protect data availability and continuity.
• Ability to monitor performance, resolve issues and improve database operations.
• Ability to manage several projects at once with close attention to detail.
• Ability to pick up new technologies to find the best solutions for stakeholders.
• Ability to explain complex IT topics simply, based on the audience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Advanced understanding of data architecture and data services principles.
• Advanced knowledge of the application development lifecycle and data access layers.
• Strong problem-solving skills for database issues.
• Strong analytical skills with unstructured datasets.
• Ability to work with large, disconnected datasets and extract value from them.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, engineering, information technology or a related field.
• Preferred: MCSE DBA, Oracle Associate or equivalent certification.
• Preferred: Microsoft Certified Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Database Administrator, MySQL Database Administrator or PostgreSQL Certified Professional.
• Completed database management courses in administration, data modelling, SQL and performance tuning can provide foundational knowledge.
• Advanced proven experience as a Database Administrator in an IT organization.
• Advanced proven experience with database backup and recovery best practices.
• Advanced proven experience running and building health assessment reports.
• Advanced proven experience working with suppliers to deliver solutions.
• Advanced proven experience with Oracle Enterprise.
• Advanced proven experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Advanced proven experience managing databases.

Conditions

This is a remote role in the US.

The starting pay range is $108,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD per year, covering the minimum and maximum target pay across all US locations.

Actual pay depends on work location, relevant experience, technical skills and other qualifications.