Senior Database Administrator

2 weeks ago


Bolton, Canada Speridian Technologies Full time

Speridian Technologies (www.speridian.com) is a global IT solution provider with offices in seven countries across the globe. We are technology advisors and solution providers with a proven track record of solving business challenges with our unique industry-based consultative solution approach. We partner with leading software vendors like Microsoft, Salesforce, Oracle, and UiPath to provide our customers with state-of-the-art solutions. We apply these solutions with a broad range of customers in Provincial Governments, Healthcare, Financial Services, and Manufacturing.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to join our dynamic IT team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database management, performance tuning, and database security. As a Senior DBA, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of our database systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.

Responsibilities

  • Database Installation and Configuration: Install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS), including but not limited to Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
  • Performance Tuning and Optimization: Monitor and optimize the performance of databases to ensure efficient operation. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  • Backup and Recovery: Develop, implement, and manage database backup and recovery plans. Ensure data integrity and availability.
  • Security Management: Implement and enforce database security policies to protect sensitive information. Perform regular security assessments and audits.
  • Database Design and Development: Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database schemas, stored procedures, and other database objects.
  • Capacity Planning: Analyze current database usage and forecast future needs to ensure adequate resources are available.
  • Monitoring and Maintenance: Set up and manage database monitoring tools to ensure database health. Perform regular maintenance tasks such as patching and upgrading DBMS.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve database-related issues promptly to minimize downtime.
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures.
  • Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior database administrators and other IT staff.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in database administration.

· Proficiency with major DBMS such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.

  • Strong knowledge of SQL and PL/SQL.
  • Experience with database performance tuning and optimization.
  • Familiarity with database backup and recovery processes.
  • Knowledge of database security best practices.
  • Understanding of cloud databases and services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database).
  • Relevant certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP), Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, or similar are preferred.

· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice to have skills:

  • Experience with NoSQL databases like MongoDB or Cassandra.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Shell scripting, or PowerShell.
  • Experience with data warehousing and big data technologies.

Speridian is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Contract

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

  • Are you legally authorized to work in Canada? Proof of eligibility will be required upon employment."
  • How many years of experience do you have working with the Canadian Public sector?
  • Which database management systems (DBMS) have you worked with (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server)?
  • How many years of experience do you have as a Database Administrator?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON

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