What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Database Administrator - (DBA) position at First Tech Federal Credit Union?
Description
The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for all functions associated with the implementation and maintenance of SQL Server databases including tuning, high availability, virtualization, security, backup logging, reporting and recovery procedures.
Here's what you can expect from the job and what you need to be successful:
Job Duties
Target Compensation:$124,500 - $147,500 annually annual bonus
Who We Are
What makes First Tech different? Click here to learn more!
Every great journey begins with a bold idea—and ours is no different. First Tech and DCU were founded on the belief that financial solutions should put people first. That belief has fueled decades of innovation and service, rooted in the tech sector and expanding to support members from all walks of life.
Employees Are Eligible For
First Tech is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity, inclusion, and equity at our company. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you're applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to recruiters@firsttechfed.com and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
First Tech is not currently offering Visa transfer/sponsorship for this position.
The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for all functions associated with the implementation and maintenance of SQL Server databases including tuning, high availability, virtualization, security, backup logging, reporting and recovery procedures.
Here's what you can expect from the job and what you need to be successful:
Job Duties
- Partner with business units to develop application implementation strategy, and configure, maintain critical SQL Server RDBMS systems, to ensure the availability and consistent performance of our corporate applications
- Define and implement key database performance metrics and develop remediation plans and lead implementation as appropriate
- Manage SQL Server databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems
- Manage high availability clusters and availability groups to support business requirements
- Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end
- Design and implement automation processes, track issues, and document changes
- Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours
- Act as a subject matter expert to share domain and technical expertise, providing technical mentorship and cross-training to other peers and team members
- Provide 24/7 support with rotating on-call duties after hours within predetermined and agreed upon service expectations
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in database administration including database security, design, data modeling, capacity planning, high availability solutions and disaster recovery; experience in the financial services industry is preferred
- Experience in implementing recovery procedures and disaster recovery function to protect the MS SQL database
- Expert knowledge of Windows Operating Systems and MS SQL Server (current versions), including the use of all SQL troubleshooting tools
- Demonstrated effective time management skills and the ability to work independently or in a collaborative team environment
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to resolve complex issues with minimal direction
- Ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to express ideas concisely and logically
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems is preferred
- Certification/License: MS SQL is preferred
Target Compensation:$124,500 - $147,500 annually annual bonus
Who We Are
What makes First Tech different? Click here to learn more!
Every great journey begins with a bold idea—and ours is no different. First Tech and DCU were founded on the belief that financial solutions should put people first. That belief has fueled decades of innovation and service, rooted in the tech sector and expanding to support members from all walks of life.
Employees Are Eligible For
- Traditional medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous 401(k) match
- Paid Time Off: You'll accrue up to 15 days in your first year. In addition, you'll receive 40 hours of sick time and 3 personal days, which refresh annually
- Paid federal holidays
- Special employee pricing on lending products such as mortgage, auto, and personal loans (eligibility subject to standard account requirements and underwriting criteria)
First Tech is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity, inclusion, and equity at our company. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
If you're applying for a job and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to recruiters@firsttechfed.com and let us know the nature of your request and contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
First Tech is not currently offering Visa transfer/sponsorship for this position.
Salary : $124,500 - $147,500