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Northwestern University · 1 day ago

Database Systems Engineer Senior

Evanston, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$112K/yr - $120K/yr

4+ years exp

Northwestern University is seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support and manage the university’s enterprise database environment. This role involves collaborating with technical and functional teams to ensure optimal database availability, performance, and security, while also providing support for development teams and managing various database-related tasks.

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Responsibilities

Support development teams with database provisioning, cloning, data migration, and query optimization

Monitor and troubleshoot database performance and promptly respond to alerts and incident reports to maintain reliability and user satisfaction

Install, patch, and upgrade database software following the industry’s best practices

Implement and maintain database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies

Manage and tune database memory, indices, tables, and tablespaces for optimal performance and efficient resource utilization

Manage user accounts, roles, and permissions in alignment with NUIT security policy

Develop and update administration scripts for various functions

Document database configurations, procedures, and policies

Performs database capacity reporting and planning for future growth

Manage projects ensuring timelines and deliverables are met and meet expectations

Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support as required

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

SQL databasesDatabase securityDatabase scripting languagesOracle RACPerformance tuningProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience

4 years of experience as a Database Administrator or similar role

Preferred

Advanced knowledge of SQL databases (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

Hands on experience with Oracle RAC, Oracle Multitenant, OEM, SQL Server always on, Postgres replication

Proficiency in database security, encryption, and access control mechanisms

Expertise in database scripting languages (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL) and familiarity with automation tools

Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Benefits

Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans

Retirement benefits

Tuition discounts

Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care

Employee career development

Variety of tools and resources for professional potential or continuing formal education

Company

Northwestern University

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Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.

Founded in 1851

Evanston, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees