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Database Administrator
Location
Florida
Posted
143 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Database Administrator
VetsEZ
• Analyze, maintain, and optimize PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL database environments to ensure high availability, performance, and data integrity. • Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, optimize SQL queries, and improve data retrieval efficiency. • Design and maintain database architecture, including schemas, tables, indexes, stored procedures, and security permissions. • Manage and support legacy databases and Platform as a Service (PaaS) database solutions. • Monitor systems for availability and oversee database replication, mirroring, failover, and disaster recovery processes. • Implement backup, restore, and recovery strategies, including point-in-time recovery and WAL archiving. • Support advanced PostgreSQL features such as JSON, full-text search, and PostGIS for geospatial queries. • Generate queries and reports using tools such as pgAdmin, psql, and third-party database clients. • Collaborate with developers, analysts, and infrastructure teams to design, implement, and troubleshoot database solutions. • Assess future storage and performance needs and maintain accurate technical documentation. • Provide recommendations on database policies, procedures, and emerging technologies. • Communicate effectively with customers, stakeholders, and technical specialists. • Contribute to team objectives and take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of five years of experience in database administration supporting enterprise or cloud-based environments.
- Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server administration, performance tuning, and optimization.
- Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure, including database deployment and management.
- Experience with tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible, and scripting in Python or similar languages.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Strong communication, documentation, problem-solving, and collaboration skills in cross-functional environments.
- Experience supporting Department of Veterans Affairs or other federal government systems.
- Experience working in SAFe or Agile development environments.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and secure data management.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS, Azure, or MongoDB are a plus.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government background clearance.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- 401(k) with Employer Match.
- Paid Time Off and Federal Holidays.
- Corporate Laptop.
- Training and Professional Development Opportunities.
- 100% Remote Opportunity.
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