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Lead Database Administrator

Database AdministratorDatabase AdministratorFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 201-500Since 1993H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

North Carolina

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Lead Database Administrator

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• installation, upgrades and configuration of complex database management system software • escalation point for troubleshooting • set work procedures and provide training and mentor as needed • lead innovation and process improvement

Job Requirements

  • BA in Comp Sci/Comp Eng. or related field
  • 7 yrs. relevant exp. in database admin.

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