Proficiency in MS SQL, Postgres, and InfluxDB is highly preferred

We have a high priority need for skilled Database Administrators (DBAs) for a full time permanent fully remote opportunity at an innovative financial/trading firm. Proficiency in MS SQL, Postgres, and InfluxDB is highly preferred.

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Senior Database Administrator / DBA – Work From Home:

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Senior Database Administrator to join a growing IT team. This position is 100% Remote.

Responsibilities:
– Provide 24/7 support for firm critical databases.
– Perform troubleshooting, resolution and root cause analysis for database and application specific incidents.
– Perform schema design, capacity planning and change control management tasks.
– Execute database baselining, benchmarking, performance analysis and tuning.
– Maintain and enhance database maintenance routines.
– Work with company technical leads and development teams to create and execute project plans in line with customer expectations and company strategic goals.
– Execute database backup and recovery operations, database patching and upgrades and implementation of database security policies.
– Integrate SQL systems with third-party tools and environments.
– Document policies, processes and procedures.
– Cross-train members of the organization on how to use databases effectively and efficiently.
– Support other key initiatives as the business dictates.

Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year university in computer science, information science or related technical field.
– 5-7 years of DBA experience.
– Experience administrating MS SQL Server (creating indexes, DB maintenance, backups/recovery, etc.) is required.
– DDL experience is required.
– Need experience with MSSQL, Postgres and InfluxDB.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
– Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
– Highly organized, self-motivated, able to multi-task, able to work independently as well as a team player.
– Solid project management skills; able to take a project from inception to completion.
– Knowledge of database design methods and techniques.
– Knowledge of database security methods and procedures.
– Understanding of ETL best practices across the enterprise.
– Experience in Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, using Performance Monitor, SQL Profile and other related monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
– Expertise of High Availability and Disaster Recovery options for MS SQL.
– Experience in implementing operational automation utilizing a coming scripting language.
– Knowledge of indexes, index management and statistics.
– Experience with database backup, restore and recovery models.
– Exposure with Linux in conjunction with PostgreSQL and MySQL is a plus.
– Experience with a programming language such as .Net, C#, C++ is preferred.
– MCTS, MCITP, MVP certifications are a plus.
– Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

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