Database Administrator III

Database Administrator III

SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, the Database Administrator III designs, configures, and manages databases to ensure the integrity, security, and accessibility of data. This role installs, administers, and provides problem-resolution support for system software and third-party productivity tools. May act as a lead or mentor to lower-level employees.

You must be eligible to work in the US without Visa Sponsorship

JOB DUTIES

• Designs, plans, and implements most aspects of database management and may begin to specialize in and develop a higher level of expertise in one aspect of database management such as data administration, web connectivity, physical structure, logical design, SQL, and SQL applications or overall architecture and database analysis.
• Communicates with other business groups to evaluate and recommend the purchase and utilization of software products to assist in the management of data.
• Configures database parameters and defines data repository requirements, data dictionaries, and warehousing requirements.
• Defines standards for physical data storage, maintenance, access and security administration.
• Assists the appropriate team(s) with the acquisition, installation, network configuration, deployment, and maintenance of database systems.
• Ensures the proper scheduling of database back-up tasks and the completion of scheduled tasks.
• Maintains internally developed and/or third-party database administration software.
• Measures DMBS performance and modifies system-level configuration to optimize performance with little to no oversight.
• Develops, documents, implements, and maintains disaster recovery procedures.
• Keeps abreast of the latest technical developments and trends in database systems support, management, administration, and performance.
• Monitors and tunes systems to ensure good performance, reliability, and availability at the lowest possible cost.
• Develops and/or maintains internally developed database administration software.
• Identifies and documents major systems support processes.
• Evaluates, recommends and cost-justifies systems software solutions.
• Acts as lead/mentor to other employees in the department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Typically requires a bachelor's degree and five (5) or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Possesses and applies broad knowledge of database principles and practices.
• Broad knowledge of database definition, design, and configuration.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills and understanding of relational model principles.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while balancing multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to document, track and monitor technical issues to ensure timely resolution.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Experience with Oracle, Db2, PostgreSQL and CloudSQL.
• Knowledge of Linux, Windows Server, Storage, Network and Security.
• Understanding of high availability and disaster recovery configurations.
• Knowledge derived from experiences with more complex database systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Required to participate in 24 x 7 on-call rotation.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: None required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: No

COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion Industries offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition, reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

DISCLAIMER: This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

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