Database Administrator II, SQL DBA
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Database Administrator managing SQL databases for Velera, a payments credit union service organization. Responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and securing databases with mentoring of junior team members.
Responsibilities:
- Will work on the installation, configuration, and upgrading of databases.
- Perform routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery operations.
- Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance.
- Work with senior administrators to fine-tune database parameters and queries.
- Apply patches, updates, and upgrades to databases in a timely manner.
- Implement and maintain database security measures to protect data integrity and confidentiality.
- Assist in setting up user accounts, roles, and permissions.
- Perform regular database backups and ensure that backup and recovery procedures are in place and effective.
- Assist in disaster recovery planning and execution.
- Maintain accurate documentation of database configurations, procedures, and changes.
- Create and update operational manuals and troubleshooting guides.
- Provide technical support for database-related issues.
- Work with development and application teams to resolve database issues and improve system performance.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours and weekend support.
- Work closely with other IT staff, including developers, system administrators, and network engineers, to ensure seamless integration and operation of database systems.
- Stay current with new database technologies and best practices.
- Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
- Relevant SQL DBA certifications are a plus.
- 3+ years of experience as an MS SQL Database Administrator
- Competent with SQL coding and troubleshooting
- Experience with on-prem and Azure SQL
- Experience with Rubrik is a plus, but not required
- Experience with SQL Sentry is a plus, but not required
- Ability to work in an on-call rotation
Benefits:
- Competitive wages
- Medical with telemedicine
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Optional Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Maternity, Parental, Family Care Community Volunteer Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Disability Insurance
- 401k (with employer match)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance
- Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness program



















