Database Administrator

Company Overview

Flywheel Energy is a private exploration and production company formed to provide American consumers with reliable, affordable energy by acquiring and sustainably operating large, producing onshore U.S. oil and gas assets.  At Flywheel, we value innovation, collaboration, and growth. If you're looking to make a tangible impact in a company that is growing fast and investing in smart systems, you will thrive here. This is more than just a job – it is an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team helping to build the digital backbone of a modern energy company.  www.flywheelenergy.com

Flywheel Energy Culture Code:

1. We are passionate about our Purpose, Vision, and Mission.
2. We believe in good judgment through principles and behaviors instead of unnecessary control. 
   Core Behaviors:  Do the right thing, do it as a team, and get results.
3. We are ridiculously selective about hiring Flywheelers and believe everyone should be high performers. 
4. We gain knowledge and know there is always a better way to do things.
5. We want all high performing Flywheelers to develop mastery and leverage their advantages.
6. We think all Flywheelers should succeed and be motivated by maximizing their contribution to Flywheel.

Flywheel Energy Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and some flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Collaborative work culture

Job Summary

The Database Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing the company’s database systems to ensure data integrity, high availability, performance, and security. This role involves managing database environments, performing backups and recoveries, tuning queries, and collaborating with development and operations teams to support data-driven business decisions and applications.

• Job Title:  Database Administrator
• Location:   Oklahoma City Area
• Job Type:   Full-Time, Hybrid (in-office and remote)
• Department: Information Technology
• Reports To: IT Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Database Administration:  Administer and maintain databases across on-prem and Azure environments, implement and optimize SQL Server and Azure SQL platforms, and automate daily tasks using T-SQL and similar administrative tools.
• Database Migration:  Develop and apply migration strategies between Azure and on-prem systems to maintain data platform operations.
• Database Design and Implementation:  Design, deploy, and manage relational and non-relational databases, including schema development, indexing, and partitioning to support enterprise applications.
• Database Maintenance:  Perform routine backups, restores, patching, and upgrades of database software to maintain optimal performance and compliance with change management procedures.
• Troubleshooting and Support:  Diagnose and resolve database issues, such as performance bottlenecks, errors, or failures, providing Tier 2/3 support for data-related incidents.
• Security and Compliance:  Implement and enforce database security policies, including user access controls, encryption, auditing, and adherence to regulations (e.g., PCI-DSS) to safeguard sensitive data.
• Performance Monitoring:  Monitor database health using tools like Oracle Enterprise Manager, SQL Server Management Studio, or Prometheus, identifying and optimizing slow queries or resource usage.
• Collaboration:  Work with developers, analysts, and IT teams to integrate databases with applications, support ETL processes, and enable cloud-based data solutions.
• Documentation:  Create and maintain detailed database documentation, including ER diagrams, data dictionaries, and recovery procedures.
• Capacity Plan