What are the responsibilities and job description for the Database Administrator [209651] position at Aquent?
Database Administrator
Role Summary
We are seeking a high-energy Database Administrator to play a critical role in defining the future of our digital manufacturing pipeline. You will serve as the backbone of our “Virtual Factory,” managing the data structures that enable a full virtual digital twin and a shortened development life cycle. This role isn’t just about maintenance; it’s about high-level engagement with our supplier community and internal customers to ensure seamless data flow across global databases, plants, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Systems Support & Data Orchestration
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
Role Summary
We are seeking a high-energy Database Administrator to play a critical role in defining the future of our digital manufacturing pipeline. You will serve as the backbone of our “Virtual Factory,” managing the data structures that enable a full virtual digital twin and a shortened development life cycle. This role isn’t just about maintenance; it’s about high-level engagement with our supplier community and internal customers to ensure seamless data flow across global databases, plants, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Systems Support & Data Orchestration
- Primary Contact: Serve as the subject matter expert for troubleshooting Teamcenter, NX, and TcVis data structure issues for Manufacturing Engineering (ME) users.
- Global Data Logistics: Facilitate complex data movement activities, including imports, exports, and translations between global databases and external partners.
- Performance Optimization: Monitor system health and capacity; use statistical data to recommend and implement performance tuning.
- Incident Management: Respond to automated alerts and perform deep-dive diagnostics on O/S, software, and database configurations.
- Citizen Development: Leverage the “Internal Toolbox” (Power Automate, PowerBI, Databricks, or Mendix) to automate user identity audits and data storage workflows.
- Continuous Improvement: Document and refine best practices, technical manuals, and training materials to standardize data management.
- Global Collaboration: Represent ME in global software events, leading regression testing for new Teamcenter/NX patches and updates.
- Execute end-to-end software installations, upgrades, and patching cycles.
- Manage robust backup strategies and perform manual failovers to redundant systems to ensure zero-downtime operations.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Experience: 2 years of hands-on experience, specifically focused on Teamcenter and the Siemens suite of tools (NX, TcVis).
- Technical Proficiency:
- Strong command of SQL and database administration.
- Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) environments.
- Experience with Power Platform or similar automation/BI tools.
- Operational Knowledge: Clear understanding of Help Desk workflows, ticket tracking, and SLA (Service Level Agreement) compliance.
- Communication: Proven ability to translate complex technical issues into clear documentation and provide top-tier support to a global user community.
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.