Apex Systems
Database Administrator
Seeking to fill an open contract to hire position for an experienced Database Administrator to enhance, configure, deploy, and maintain database activities in support of a complex IT environment. Key responsibilities will include: Administer and maintain relational database management systems, including DB2 and Microsoft SQL Server environments. Plan, install, configure, and upgrade database instances to ensure optimal performance and availability. Design and implement database architectures at the enterprise level with high availability (HA), scalability, and disaster recovery solutions. Develop and enforce database security policies, access controls, and encryption to protect sensitive data. Monitor database performance, analyze metrics, identify bottlenecks, and apply optimizations. Automate routine database tasks using scripting languages such as Python, Ansible, and Bash. Execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime. Collaborate with developers and cross-functional teams to support application performance tuning and database access requirements. Manage bulk data loading processes and ensure timely and accurate data ingestion. Evaluate and implement database monitoring tools to proactively detect and resolve issues. Document database configurations, procedures, troubleshooting steps, and standards for knowledge sharing and compliance. Stay current with emerging database technologies, researching and recommending tools and methods to enhance database operations. Participate in after-hours support as needed. Minimum qualifications include: 8+ years of hands-on experience in relational database administration. 2+ years of experience administering DB2 databases. 2+ years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Strong understanding of relational databases and distributed database management. Proven experience in planning, installation, configuration, and maintenance of database instances. Expertise in architectural DB designs at an enterprise level, including high availability (HA) and scalable architectures. Demonstrated ability in disaster recovery planning and execution in HA environments. High proficiency with physical database and schema design in 3rd normal form. Experience with automation and scripting languages for database administration tasks. Experience in evaluating and utilizing software products for RDBMS monitoring. Extensive experience in measuring RDBMS performance, using performance metrics to identify bottlenecks, and planning system-level configurations. Highly skilled in tuning and optimizing poorly performing queries. Hands-on experience with bulk loading of structured data. Familiarity with database security best practices and techniques. Ability to interface with developers to understand and address performance and data access requirements. Development of standards and procedures for database environments. Proven ability to stay current with new database technology developments and techniques. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve issues related to database performance and application software. Technical expertise in database administration and management, including scripting, stored procedures, and automation tools. Self-driven learner that embraces automation and new technologies as they mature. Preferred qualifications include: 12+ years of hands-on experience in relational database administration. 6+ years of experience administering DB2. 6+ years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases. A master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Certification in DB2 administration or related technologies. Hands-on experience with RDBMS versioning software. Experience with change data capture and replication technologies. Familiarity with JSON/document databases. Experience administering other RDBMS. Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions. Ability to identify process improvements and implement new tools for increased efficiency and productivity. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
Seeking to fill an open contract to hire position for an experienced Database Administrator to enhance, configure, deploy, and maintain database activities in support of a complex IT environment. Key responsibilities will include: Administer and maintain relational database management systems, including DB2 and Microsoft SQL Server environments. Plan, install, configure, and upgrade database instances to ensure optimal performance and availability. Design and implement database architectures at the enterprise level with high availability (HA), scalability, and disaster recovery solutions. Develop and enforce database security policies, access controls, and encryption to protect sensitive data. Monitor database performance, analyze metrics, identify bottlenecks, and apply optimizations. Automate routine database tasks using scripting languages such as Python, Ansible, and Bash. Execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery plans to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime. Collaborate with developers and cross-functional teams to support application performance tuning and database access requirements. Manage bulk data loading processes and ensure timely and accurate data ingestion. Evaluate and implement database monitoring tools to proactively detect and resolve issues. Document database configurations, procedures, troubleshooting steps, and standards for knowledge sharing and compliance. Stay current with emerging database technologies, researching and recommending tools and methods to enhance database operations. Participate in after-hours support as needed. Minimum qualifications include: 8+ years of hands-on experience in relational database administration. 2+ years of experience administering DB2 databases. 2+ years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Strong understanding of relational databases and distributed database management. Proven experience in planning, installation, configuration, and maintenance of database instances. Expertise in architectural DB designs at an enterprise level, including high availability (HA) and scalable architectures. Demonstrated ability in disaster recovery planning and execution in HA environments. High proficiency with physical database and schema design in 3rd normal form. Experience with automation and scripting languages for database administration tasks. Experience in evaluating and utilizing software products for RDBMS monitoring. Extensive experience in measuring RDBMS performance, using performance metrics to identify bottlenecks, and planning system-level configurations. Highly skilled in tuning and optimizing poorly performing queries. Hands-on experience with bulk loading of structured data. Familiarity with database security best practices and techniques. Ability to interface with developers to understand and address performance and data access requirements. Development of standards and procedures for database environments. Proven ability to stay current with new database technology developments and techniques. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Effective time management skills to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve issues related to database performance and application software. Technical expertise in database administration and management, including scripting, stored procedures, and automation tools. Self-driven learner that embraces automation and new technologies as they mature. Preferred qualifications include: 12+ years of hands-on experience in relational database administration. 6+ years of experience administering DB2. 6+ years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server databases. A master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Certification in DB2 administration or related technologies. Hands-on experience with RDBMS versioning software. Experience with change data capture and replication technologies. Familiarity with JSON/document databases. Experience administering other RDBMS. Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions. Ability to identify process improvements and implement new tools for increased efficiency and productivity. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.