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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Database Administrator to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of our databases. This role requires a deep understanding of database architecture, optimization, and maintenance, as well as the ability to lead database projects and mentor junior staff.
As a Senior Database Administrator, you will work closely with software developers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure that our database systems are running efficiently and securely. You will be expected to design and implement database solutions, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues as they arise. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring data availability, consistency, and reliability across all platforms.
Key responsibilities include managing database backups and recovery, implementing security measures, and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. You will also be responsible for capacity planning, performance tuning, and supporting development teams with database-related tasks. The role requires excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience with relational database management systems such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL, and a strong understanding of database scripting languages like SQL and PL/SQL. Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions and DevOps practices is a plus.
This is a senior-level position that offers the opportunity to influence the strategic direction of our data infrastructure. If you are passionate about data management and have a proven track record of success in database administration, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Monitor database performance and implement tuning improvements
- Ensure data security, integrity, and availability
- Manage database backup and recovery processes
- Collaborate with development teams on database design and queries
- Implement and enforce database policies and procedures
- Perform capacity planning and storage management
- Troubleshoot and resolve database issues
- Document database configurations and procedures
- Lead database migration and upgrade projects
- Mentor junior database administrators
- Ensure compliance with data protection regulations
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- 8+ years of experience in database administration
- Expertise in SQL, PL/SQL, and database scripting
- Proficiency with Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL
- Experience with database performance tuning and optimization
- Strong understanding of data security and compliance
- Familiarity with cloud database platforms (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL)
- Knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Experience with DevOps tools and practices is a plus
- Certifications such as Oracle DBA or Microsoft SQL Server are preferred
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What database platforms have you worked with extensively?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a critical database issue?
- How do you ensure database security and compliance?
- What is your experience with cloud-based database solutions?
- How do you approach performance tuning for large databases?
- Have you led any database migration or upgrade projects?
- What tools do you use for monitoring and managing databases?
- How do you stay current with database technologies and trends?
- Can you explain your experience with backup and recovery strategies?
- What role have you played in mentoring junior DBAs?
