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We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious Database Administrator to join a research and trading development team responsible for developing and deploying leading edge mission critical financial trading applications. You will join in the management of proprietary and Sybase database systems to that facilitate management of large scale time series databases. As this environment continues to grow we seek a Database Administrator to work on all aspects of our databases, from high performance online transaction processing (2000tps) to data warehousing (250G+ servers) issues. This is a fast-paced/demanding environment. The user base consists of 20 technical and 20 non-technical users. SCM's selective hiring process considers only highly talented individuals with a history of exceptional professional and academic achievement, and solid real-world experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Administer, maintain, monitor, and optimize database systems to ensure performance, availability, and reliability.
- Design and support relational database structures using sound database design principles and best practices.
- Perform database backup, restore, disaster recovery planning, and recovery operations.
- Conduct capacity planning and proactively manage storage growth and infrastructure needs.
- Monitor and tune database and server performance to maximize efficiency and system responsiveness.
- Manage database security, including user administration, permissions, and access controls.
- Troubleshoot database issues and perform root-cause analysis for incidents and performance bottlenecks.
- Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools for administration and monitoring tasks.
- Support and administer alternative data storage technologies and platforms.
- Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to ensure database solutions align with business and technical requirements.
Requirements:
- Solid understanding of SQL, relational database fundamentals, and database design principles.
- Experience administering SAP ASE (Sybase/SAP) or other enterprise database systems.
- Strong experience with database platforms such as Microsoft SQL Server and/or Sybase/SAP ASE.
- Working knowledge of:
- Backup and Restore procedures
- Capacity Planning
- Server Performance Tuning
- User Administration and Security Management
- Experience with database performance monitoring and troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of programming in both lower-level languages and scripting languages for automation and tooling.
- Ability to administer and support alternative data storage technologies including:
- Kafka
- PostgreSQL
- MySQL
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
The base pay for this position is anticipated to be between $100,000 and $200,000 per year. The anticipated annual base pay range is current as of the time this job post was generated. This position is eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits such as bonus, health and dental plans and 401(k) contributions, which includes a discretionary profit sharing program. An employee’s bonus and related compensation benefits can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.
Skills Required
- Solid understanding of SQL and relational database fundamentals
- Experience administering SAP ASE or other enterprise database systems
- Strong experience with database platforms like Microsoft SQL Server or SAP ASE
- Working knowledge of backup and restore procedures, capacity planning, and server performance tuning
- Experience with database performance monitoring and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of programming in lower-level languages and scripting for automation
- Ability to administer alternative data storage technologies including Kafka, PostgreSQL, MySQL
What We Do
Stevens Capital Management LP (“SCM”) is a quantitative hedge fund manager specializing in the rigorous development and disciplined implementation of empirically based trading strategies. We employ a variety of statistical methods and techniques using our robust technology and data infrastructure. We operate a 24 hour low-latency global operation trading liquid futures contracts, currencies and equities, using automated proprietary execution algorithms. Our flagship fund has been in business for more than 30 years. SCM actively seeks candidates for career opportunities in quantitative financial research and C++ development. Important Disclosures: Stevens Capital Management LP (“SCM”) has no control over third party sites such as LinkedIn. You should review the terms of use and policies of LinkedIn. The information presented in this profile is for recruitment or employment purposes only. Under no circumstances should any material on this profile be used or considered as an offer or solicitation of any potential clients or investors for any investment funds managed by SCM. No material listed in this profile is or should be construed as investment advice, nor is anything in this profile an offer of solicitation to buy, hold, or sell any security or other instrument. Material on this profile is not provided in a fiduciary capacity. SCM does not have editorial control over the people, including employees, that link to this page. SCM does not accept endorsements or recommendations. Although users may follow this account, this should not be interpreted as a testimonial regarding any experience with SCM. SCM reserves the right to amend these terms at any time.
