Experienced Database Administrator
Location
Illinois
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$88K - $127K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Experienced Database Administrator
Gainwell Technologies
• Lead client and project engagements to assess requirements and define database design strategies • Analyze user needs and develop technical specifications ensuring performance, security, and data integrity • Design, develop, implement, and maintain database solutions, including automation of data processes and reporting capabilities • Monitor and optimize database performance, manage production support activities (e.g., backup/recovery, archiving), and implement standards • Drive continuous improvement by maintaining documentation, evaluating emerging technologies, and providing guidance to junior team members
Job Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in database engineering, design, and development across enterprise environments
- Strong expertise in SQL Server (including AOAG), PostgreSQL (including Aurora), and AWS services (RDS, EC2)
- Experience with database design methodologies and development in multi-tenant environments
- Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar
- Strong performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting skills using tools such as SolarWinds DPA, SQL Query Store, pgAdmin, Prometheus, Grafana, or AWS CloudWatch
Benefits
- flexible vacation policy
- educational assistance
- comprehensive health benefits
- 401(k) employer match
- leadership and technical development academies
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