Database Administrator

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support, maintain, and optimize enterprise database environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the performance, availability, security, and reliability of critical database systems while supporting business applications and infrastructure initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor database platforms
• Design and implement database structures
• Perform performance analysis and tuning
• Support database upgrades, migrations, backups, and recovery processes
• Develop and maintain database administration standards, procedures, and technical documentation
• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver scalable and secure data solutions
• Mentor technical staff
• Participate in system planning and implementation projects
• Support disaster recovery initiatives
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Extensive experience in database administration and support
• Strong understanding of database design, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and security best practices
• Proficiency with SQL and database management tools
• Experience supporting enterprise-level applications and high-availability environments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide technical leadership when needed

Skills

• Advanced experience in database administration, schema design, and data architecture within complex technical environments
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Microsoft SQL and database performance tuning techniques
• Experience designing or supporting data warehousing solutions across diverse platforms
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Windows Server environments
• Ability to evaluate requirements, plan technical solutions, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Working knowledge of database monitoring, verification, quality assurance, and recovery practices
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and process improvement skills
• Strong communication, collaboration, and customer service abilities in a team-oriented setting

Benefits

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.