Senior Database Administrator - SQL

Responsibilities

• Own the full product lifecycle for compliance applications, including requirements gathering, roadmap planning, prioritization, and delivery
• Ensure product capabilities align with SEC and FINRA regulations related to recordkeeping, surveillance, insider trading, employee trading, and disclosures
• Serve as the key liaison between Compliance, Legal, Engineering, and vendors to gather feedback and convert business needs into technical requirements
• Drive integration of third-party compliance tools into internal platforms including surveillance, e-communications monitoring, and case management
• Collaborate with data teams to maintain accurate, auditable compliance data that supports internal reporting and regulatory investigations
• Lead agile ceremonies, manage sprint backlogs, track progress, and deliver high-quality, timely solutions
• Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors providing compliance-related technologies and services
• Support internal audits and risk assessments through clear documentation, transparent workflows, and process improvements
• Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors providing compliance-related technologies and services
• Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university required, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in database administration, with 8+ years in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 and above)
• Strong experience with PostgreSQL, including administration and optimization
• Proven experience managing and optimizing very large datasets (2+ billion records)
• Deep understanding of query optimization, indexing strategies, and database internals
• Experience with high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication)
• Strong knowledge of partitioning, data archiving, and horizontal/vertical scaling techniques
• Scripting proficiency in PowerShell, T-SQL, Bash, or Python to support automation and maintenance tasks
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions including Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora, or managed PostgreSQL
• Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization, database performance tuning, and troubleshooting
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders under tight deadlines in a high-stakes environment
• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) is a plus
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL Certified Professional, MongoDB Certified DBA, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferred

Qualifications

• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) is a plus
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL Certified Professional, MongoDB Certified DBA, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferred

Skills

• Scripting proficiency in PowerShell, T-SQL, Bash, or Python to support automation and maintenance tasks
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions including Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora, or managed PostgreSQL
• Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization, database performance tuning, and troubleshooting

Benefits

What We Offer
As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
3 weeks of Paid Time Off
2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
10 Paid Holidays
Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
Paid Leave (Parental Bonding, Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
FINRA License Sponsorship
Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs