Database Admin- REMOTE and 3RD SHIFT

Job Title: Database Administrator and Shift Leader - 3rd Shift Position
Location: Remote (Chicago preferred)
Duration: PERM
Comp: $100-120k
Shift: Thurs-Sun 12am-8am CDT

This job is for you if
? You have a wide range of knowledge on both Unix and Windows platforms, preferably specializing in Oracle, with SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL a plus.
? You re interested in a meaningful job at a growing technology company where you ll work with a variety of technology solutions and be appreciated for doing your job well.
? You crave the opportunity to learn about a wide range of IT technologies
? You want to join a culture that embraces dynamic individuals with a focus on innovation.
? You are flexible and have a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.
? MUST BE WILLING TO WORK OVERNIGHT SHIFT (3rd SHIFT)
? Desired, but not required: Prior experience with network devices, compute, and storage software and hardware. If no prior experience, must be willing to dive in and learn.

A day in the life
? Provide Shift Leadership for a team of US and offshore engineers, ensuring all high priority issues are: Validated, Communicated, Mitigated, Assigned for Resolution
? Respond to Global Support Center tickets in a timely manner
? Troubleshoot and triage tickets in queue
? Follow documentation and handling instructions
? Know when to escalate critical issues
? Speak clearly and confidently with clients and internal staff
? Work well in stressful situations
? Drive innovation and continuous process improvement to perform more efficiently for our customers and company stakeholders.

What we are looking for
? Minimum of an Bachelors degree in a related field
? 3-8 years in database administration with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. Other database technologies is a plus.
? Familiarity with high-availability designs, including Oracle DataGuard and/or SQL Server AlwaysOn
? Experience with backup solutions, including Oracle RMAN, and replication concepts, preferably Golden Gate
? Understand Oracle RAC and ASM, Exadata experience is a plus
? Ability to multi-task while maintaining high quality of deliverables
? Experience working within Service Management toolsets a must
? Monitor system health and performance
? Performance troubleshooting and resolution
? Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time
? Experience working with Windows servers and Unix/Linux
? Experience using vi editor
? Flexible, team player, get-it-done personality
? Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment

Example of tasks to be performed
? Providing process guidance and leadership to shift team
? Adding space to an Oracle tablespace
? Troubleshoot Oracle archiver issues
? Resolve blocking locks, long running sessions, and/or deadlocks
? Grant permissions and roles in Oracle
? Troubleshoot database down issues
? Escalate server down issues
? Troubleshoot Linux/Unix/Windows resource issues
? Monitor performance, provide resolution and/or articulate status to others

Core Competencies
? Effective communication skills both internally and externally
? Highly organized and detail oriented
? Broad technology background
? Efficiently break down problems and quickly identify the correct course of action
? Passion for learning new technologies
? Flexibility and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
? ITIL knowledge

What you ll get
? A career with a company where you will be challenged, respected, and valued.
? A career with a company that s invested in your personal development, will offer a solid compensation package, and provides a great team environment
? The people here do their jobs well, care about one another, care about our customers and exercise good ethics and judgement
? Our team members health and wellness is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work.

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