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Sr. Database Administrator

Rackner

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Feb 2023

About the role

Title: Sr. Database Administrator

Location: Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama(US)

Who We Are:

Rackner is a software consultancy that builds cloud-native solutions for startups, enterprises, and the public sector. We are an energetic, growing consultancy with a passion for solving big problems for both startups and enterprises. We enable digital transformation for large organizations through the newest in distributed technologies as we are laser focused on end-to-end application development, DevSecOps, AI/ML and systems architecture and our methodology focuses on cloud-first and cost-effective innovation. Our customers hail from a diverse, ever growing list of industries.

Position Overview:

The Sr. Database Administrator applies comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments pertaining to performance, security, and reliability of the company’s databases. Will evaluate performance results and recommend major changes affecting short-term project growth and success. The Sr. Database Admin will function as a technical expert across multiple project assignments and may supervise others.

Responsibilities:

Install and configure database management systems(DBMS)
Create and maintain databases and tables
Ensure the integrity, security and availability of data
Tune the performance of the databases
Bak-up and restore databases
Monitor and troubleshoot any issues that arise with the databases
Manage access controls and user permissions
Plan for disaster recovery
Ensure the databases are up-to-date with the latest and software releases and security patches
Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Professional certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional, MySQL database Administrator or Microsoft Certified: Azure database Administrator Associate
Strong knowledge of SQL and database management systems
Experience with database design and administration
Familiarity with database security best practices and encryption methodologies
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and teamwork abilities
Experience with cloud-based databases and technologies is a plus
Familiarity with Linux is a plus
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to new technologies and methodologies as they emerge

Additional Info/Benefits

Rackner embraces and promotes employee development and training and covers the cost of certifications relevant to a position and the technologies/services provided . Fitness/Gym membership eligibility, weekly pay schedule and employee swag, snacks & events are offered as well!