Database Administrator/Architect

6 months ago

Markham, Canada PeopleToGo Full time



Job Title:         Database Administrator/Architect
Location:
Type:               Contract

Our client is currently seeking an experienced Database Administrator/Architect to work out of their Toronto office.

Role:

As a member of the Enterprise Architecture team within Information Services, the Data Base Administrator/Architect is responsible for defining and maintaining enterprise-wide Dbases, data architecture and data governance in order to expand the company’s use of data as a strategic enabler of corporate goals and objectives.  The DBA/Architect participates in annual strategic planning contributing to the architectural roadmap of the organization. The DBA/Architect will also participate in Project initiatives to provide subject matter expertise as part of design, evaluation, selection and implementation activities.

 

The DBA/Architect will be required to perform the following tasks as part of role:

§  Design and deploy data architecture

§  Identify improvements to existing databases by determining users' information requirements and system performance and functional requirements;

§  Implement enterprise data architecture and data management processes, procedures

§  Resolve conflicts among users' needs for data;

§  Advise programmers, analysts, and users about the efficient use of data;

§  Generate new database from physical design specifications;

§  Perform or check database sizing results;

§  Develops and implements procedures that will ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of data stored in the database;

§  Produce and review data architecture related models, documents and other deliverables

§  Develops and implements security procedures for the database, including access and user account management

§  Develops and maintains data dictionaries;

§  Maintains configuration control of the database;

§  Coordinates changes to the database, including the deletion of records, changes to the existing records and additions to the database;

§  Performs updates to the database design;

§  Responsible for implementing database tuning procedures;

§  Develops and coordinates backup, disaster recovery and virus protection procedures.

 Qualifications:

§  A minimum of 5 years experience in designing and deploying data architectures (data architecture, data modeling, physical database design, database administration and data warehouses) for business application

§  Experience with business requirements analysis, entity relationship planning, database design, reporting structures, etc.

§  Experience with data modeling tools / techniques and data manipulation languages (Erwin, PL-SQL, XML, etc.).

§  Direct experience in implementing enterprise data architecture and data management processes, procedures, and decision support.

§  Demonstrated expertise with repository creation, and data and information system life cycle methodologies.

§  Experience producing and reviewing data architecture related models, documents and other deliverables.

§  Demonstrated ability to enforce adherence and process improvement to standards.

§  Strong understanding of RDBMS databases such SQL Server and Oracle

§  Understanding of Master Data Management concepts

§  A strong understanding of data-related industry trends, laws and best practice

§  Background in full lifecycle implementation or COTS and/or in-house systems development in the role of developer, analyst or database administrator.

§  Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

§  Working knowledge of Visio, ARIS or other modeling tools desirable.

§  Experience with Business Intelligence, Data Warehouse, Operational Data Stores, Dimensional Modeling skills an asset

§  Financial sector experience (preferably in banking) is considered an asset.

§  Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

§  Highly self-motivated and directed, able to manage multiple initiatives, driven by separate senior stakeholders simultaneously.

§  Proven analytical, conceptual and problem-solving abilities.

§  Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

§  Able to interact with both Senior IS and Senior Business executives appropriately.

 

    Education / Training:

§  University, college or technical degree in information technology. Alternatively, extensive proven track record in the primary position disciplines within the Financial Sector environment.

 

Licenses / Certificates:

§  Technical Designations are valued, but not required.

§  ITIL Foundations V3 desirable.

  • Database Architect and Performance Specialist

    5 days ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada LTIMindtree Full time

    Company Overview: LTIMindtree is a global technology consulting and digital solutions company that enables enterprises across industries to reimagine business models, accelerate innovation, and maximize growth by harnessing digital technologies. With over 90,000 talented professionals worldwide, we deliver transformation at scale, empowering clients to...

  • Senior Database Systems Architect

    4 weeks ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

    Database Architect and Team Lead at Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd.Our team has an immediate opening for a Database Architect and Team Lead to drive the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system.Key Responsibilities:Design and Develop a Cloud-Native Database System: Lead the development of a scalable and secure...

  • Database Systems Architect

    7 days ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

    Job Title: Database Systems ArchitectAbout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Principal Engineer to join our team at Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. as a Database Systems Architect.Key Responsibilities:Design and develop distributed, highly available transaction processing database management systems focusing on algorithms for scale up and scale...

  • Enterprise Database Architect DBA

    4 weeks ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada Computer Talk Full time

    Job Title: Enterprise Database Architect DBA About the Role: ComputerTalk has an immediate opening for an Enterprise Database Architect candidate in our head office. The candidate will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical SQL Server RDBMS systems. This is a hands-on position requiring solid...

  • Senior Database Systems Architect

    3 weeks ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

     Senior Database Systems ArchitectWe are seeking an experienced Senior Database Systems Architect to lead the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for architecting a system that can handle diverse workloads, including OLTP, OLAP, HTAP, large-scale OLAP, and...

  • Lead Database Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Markham, Canada undisclosed Full time

    Our team has an immediate permanent opening for a Lead Database Engineer & Architect.Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system.Architect a system that can handle diverse workloads, including OLTP, OLAP, HTAP, large-scale OLAP, and AI-native workloads such as LLMs and vector retrieval.Ensure...

  • Lead Database Engineer

    3 months ago

    Markham, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

    Our team has an immediate permanent opening for a Lead Database Engineer & Architect.Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system.Architect a system that can handle diverse workloads, including OLTP, OLAP, HTAP, large-scale OLAP, and AI-native workloads such as LLMs and vector retrieval.Ensure...

  • Lead Database Engineer

    3 months ago

    Markham, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

    Our team has an immediate permanent opening for a Lead Database Engineer & Architect.Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system.Architect a system that can handle diverse workloads, including OLTP, OLAP, HTAP, large-scale OLAP, and AI-native workloads such as LLMs and vector retrieval.Ensure...

  • Lead Database Engineer

    5 months ago

    Markham, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

    Our team has an immediate permanent opening for a Lead Database Engineer & Architect.Responsibilities:Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system.Architect a system that can handle diverse workloads, including OLTP, OLAP, HTAP, large-scale OLAP, and AI-native workloads such as LLMs and vector retrieval.Ensure...

  • Database Administration

    1 month ago

    Markham, Canada Kyndryl Full time

    Who We Are At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities. The...

  • Enterprise Database Architect DBA

    2 months ago

    Markham, Canada Computer Talk Technology Inc. Full time

    p>Role:Enterprise Database Architect DBALocation: Markham, ONAbout us:ComputerTalk is growing at a rapid rate and we are looking for exceptional talent to add to our team. We attribute our success to the quality of the staff we bring on board. We have designed, deployed, and supported contact center and Unified Communication solutions for more than 400...

  • Distinguished Architect

    2 days ago

    Markham, Canada Huawei Canada Full time

    Our team has an immediate permanent opening for a Distinguished Architect.Responsibilities: Lead Research and development of distributed, highly available transaction processing database management system focusing on algorithms for scale up and scale out.Lead team of architects and engineers to develop proof-of-concept systems and components across the data...

  • Database Architect and Technical Lead

    7 days ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada Computer Talk Technology Inc. Full time

    ComputerTalk Technology Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Enterprise Database Architect DBA to join our team in Markham, ON. This role involves the implementation, configuration, maintenance, and performance of critical SQL Server RDBMS systems to ensure the availability and consistent performance of our product portfolio.About the RoleThe successful...

  • Enterprise Database Architect DBA

    6 months ago

    Markham, Canada Computer Talk Full time

    Role:  Enterprise Database Architect DBA Location: Markham, ON About us: ComputerTalk is growing at a rapid rate and we are looking for exceptional talent to add to our team. The environment is dynamic, challenging, exciting, and rewarding. We attribute our success to the quality of the staff we bring on board. We have designed, deployed, and...

  • Enterprise Database Architect DBA

    3 months ago

    Markham, Canada Computer Talk Technology Inc. Full time

    Role:Enterprise Database Architect DBALocation: Markham, ONAbout us:ComputerTalk is growing at a rapid rate and we are looking for exceptional talent to add to our team. The environment is dynamic, challenging, exciting, and rewarding. We attribute our success to the quality of the staff we bring on board. We have designed, deployed, and supported contact...

  • Enterprise Database Architect DBA

    3 months ago

    Markham, Canada Computer Talk Technology Inc. Full time

    Role:Enterprise Database Architect DBALocation: Markham, ONAbout us:ComputerTalk is growing at a rapid rate and we are looking for exceptional talent to add to our team. The environment is dynamic, challenging, exciting, and rewarding. We attribute our success to the quality of the staff we bring on board. We have designed, deployed, and supported contact...

  • Lead Database Engineer

    4 months ago

    Markham, ON, Canada Huawei Technologies Canada Co., Ltd. Full time

    Our team has an immediate permanent opening for a Lead Database Engineer & Architect. Responsibilities: Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge, all-in-one cloud-native database system. Architect a system that can handle diverse workloads, including OLTP, OLAP, HTAP, large-scale OLAP, and AI-native workloads such as LLMs and vector retrieval. ...

  • Database Solutions Architect

    3 weeks ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada PET VALU Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Senior Database Administrator to join our team at Pet Valu.About the RoleThis is a hands-on position that involves working with cross-functional IT and business teams to ensure high security, availability, and performance of our databases.You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining automated...

  • Database Systems Architect Lead

    5 days ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada Huawei Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled DATABASE SYSTEMS ARCHITECT LEAD to join our team at Huawei.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to lead the design and development of distributed database systems, focusing on scalability, high availability, and performance.The successful candidate will have a strong background in...

  • Database Solutions Architect

    5 days ago

    Markham, Ontario, Canada LTIMindtree Full time

    About Us: LTIMindtree is a global technology consulting and digital solutions company that enables enterprises across industries to reimagine business models, accelerate innovation, and maximize growth by harnessing digital technologies. With a presence in over 30 countries, our team of nearly 90,000 talented professionals works together to solve complex...