Job Description:
Database Administration & Maintenance- Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Sybase ASE, Sybase IQ, and related tools.
- Perform routine database maintenance tasks such as index rebuilds, statistics updates, and capacity analysis.
- Monitor and diagnose database performance issues; optimize SQL queries and server configurations.
- Implement and manage Sybase Replication Server and database replication strategies.
- Develop, implement, and test backup and recovery strategies.
- Manage recovery procedures including point-in-time recovery and failover processes.
- Ensure database availability and uptime in accordance with SLA requirements.
- Design and support clustering, mirroring, and disaster recovery architectures.
- Implement and manage database security, user access, roles, and permissions.
- Enforce compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Perform auditing and vulnerability assessments to protect sensitive data.
- Support developers with SQL tuning, stored procedures, and schema design.
- Collaborate with application teams to design database objects and optimize data access.
- Analyze database-related defects and incidents; provide timely resolutions.
- Participate in on-call rotation for production support.
- Set up and maintain database monitoring tools and performance dashboards.
- Automate routine tasks and maintenance procedures using scripting (Shell, Perl, Python, etc.).
- Analyze trends to forecast storage, performance, and capacity needs.
- 5+ years’ experience as a Sybase DBA (ASE/IQ/Replication Server).
- Strong knowledge of Sybase ASE architecture, configuration, and internals.
- Solid experience with backup/recovery, disaster recovery, and HA solutions.
- Expertise in performance tuning (both server-level and SQL-level).
- Proficiency with Unix/Linux environments and shell scripting.
- Experience supporting 24×7 production environments.
- Experience with cloud deployments (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of other RDBMS systems (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, etc.).
- Understanding of ETL and large data warehouse environments (Sybase IQ a plus).
- Knowledge about Sybase Replication Server.
- Has Windows Experience.
- Works with Application Developers in understanding the Project needs and help maintain the Backend DB DDLs for the various functions.
- Has some windows scripting experience or be able to learn in quickly.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
- All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
- DXC provides laptop, docking station, monitors, and headset.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes multiple national carrier options and plan types, with HSA eligibility where applicable. Feedback suggests the medical, dental, and vision lineup is broad and comparable to large-firm offerings.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) program with employer matching and an annual true-up is available, with standard vesting provisions. This structure can help employees capture matching contributions over the year if contribution rates vary.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or “unlimited” vacation is offered for many U.S. roles instead of accrual-based PTO. Feedback suggests the approach can support work-life balance when team norms allow adequate time away.
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