Mid-level Database Administrator

Institute For Building Technology & Safety • Ashburn, VA

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About The Position

The Mid-level Database Administrator is responsible for the stability, security, monitoring and performance of the database platform. Serves as lead and technical point of contact for customers and associated members of the Engineering and Development team. The role involves installing, configuring, and upgrading database software (SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.) and conducting hands-on engineering activities across Microsoft database technologies and multiple system administration technologies. The administrator will manage database backup jobs, capacity planning, and storage growth, implement data archiving, retention and purging policies, and provide support for the development of technical documentation related to any support, training, and transitioning. Participation in disaster recovery planning/testing is also required. The role includes tuning queries, indexes, and stored procedures for better performance, demonstrating technical knowledge and consultative skills while working effectively with customers and Engineering/Development team members, and supporting the engineering and development team in patches, updates, and troubleshooting as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Development or 60 months (about 5 years) hands-on experience.
• 5+ years of work experience in Database Development, Administration & Support in MS SQL Server environment.
• Experience with SQL and Virtual DB environments.

Nice To Haves

• Data Modelling & Data Standards.
• Familiarity with Windows Clustering and HA concepts.
• Data warehouse design and modelling.
• Experience with LightSpeed and Spotlight.
• Experience with Redgate tools (SQL Structure & Data Compare).
• Experience with Postgres/MongoDB.

Responsibilities

• Ensure stability, security, monitoring, and performance of the database platform.
• Serve as lead and technical point of contact for customers and Engineering/Development team.
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software (SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Conduct hands-on engineering activities across Microsoft database technologies.
• Manage database backup jobs, capacity planning, and storage growth.
• Implement data archiving, retention, and purging policies.
• Provide and support the development of technical documentation.
• Participate in disaster recovery planning/testing.
• Tune queries, indexes, and stored procedures for better performance.
• Support engineering and development team in patches, updates, and troubleshooting.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits.
• Growth opportunities.
• Culture that values employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree