The Database Administrator III (DBA) is a key resource in providing technical leadership and support on all the stages of database architecture, implementation and database-related operational support.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Installation and configuration of new databases instances when necessary, and conducting upgrades and patch applications when appropriate
• Design, implement and maintain database security based on company policy, best practices and any regulatory requirements
• Provide solutions to development teams when proposed architecture does not comply with architectural, performance or security guidelines
• Resolve database performance issues using all available tools and take corrective actions when necessary
• Work with the development teams to ensure a solid understanding of the application and database requirements exist and configure database structures and parameters accordingly
• Communicate to business customers, technical teams and management in a consistent manner making complex technical issues and solutions clear, simple and understandable
• Possess overall understanding of IT architecture, infrastructure standards, database platforms and programming languages and tools
• Go-to technical resource as it relates to database physical data storage, maintenance and security
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of Data Management philosophies and apply them to existing and to-be architectures
• Ability to produce clear documentation around reoccurring processes
• Forward thinking, proactive approach to monitoring all databases
• Ability to provide accurate resource and capacity planning
• Manage backup and disaster recovery plans for all databases

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

Must Have Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in database administration in a clustered/high-availability environment
• SQL Server 2008 R2, 2012 or above Database Administration and Management
• Proven track record managing multiple database instances simultaneously
• Experience administering mission-critical transactional and decision support databases required
• Experience with SQL Server High Availability technologies
• Experience with SSIS and other ETL application support
• Experience with setup and maintenance of SQL Server transactional and snapshot replication
• Provide after-hours support when necessary

Nice to Have Qualification:

• SQL Server 2014 Database Administration and Management
• MCDBA certification
• BS or BA degree in computer science or information technology
• SSAS and SSRS administration experience
• Experience in managing Windows servers a plus
• Experience in working cohesively with Enterprise Infrastructure teams
• Experience with utilizing database snapshots as a backup / restore strategy
• Familiarity with data warehouse architectures
• Familiarity with data encryption technologies 

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THE PLACE & THE PERKS

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From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Dunkin
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

DISCLAIMER

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By selecting “Apply for this job online” you provide consent to UWM to record phone call conversations between you and UWM to be used for quality control purposes.