IBTS - Institute for Building Technology and Safety · 1 day ago
Mid-level Database Administrator
Ashburn, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expIBTS - Institute for Building Technology and Safety is a non-profit organization focused on building code compliance services. The Mid-level Database Administrator is responsible for the stability, security, monitoring, and performance of the database platform, serving as the lead technical point of contact for customers and the Engineering and Development team.
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Responsibilities
Install, configure, and upgrade database software (SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.)
Conduct hands on engineering activities across Microsoft database technologies and multiple system administration technologies
Manage database backup jobs, capacity, planning, and storage growth
Implement data archiving, retention and purging policies
Provide and/or support the development of technical documentation related to any support, training and transitioning
Participate in disaster recovery planning/testing
Tune queries, indexes and stored procedures for better performance
Demonstrate technical knowledge and consultative skills, while working effectively with customers and Engineering/Development team members
Support engineering and development team in patches, updates & troubleshooting as needed
Implement data archiving, retention and purging policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Software Development or 60 months (about 5 years) hands-on experience
5+ years of work experience in Database Development, Administration & Support in MS SQL Server environment
Experience with SQL and Virtual DB environments
Experience in installing & configuring database software (SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.)
Strong understanding of SQL Server setup, configuration, patching and maintenance
Skilled in installing & configuring SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and developing custom reports
Experienced designing & managing database schemas, implementing role-based access controls
Comprehensive experience in database administration, development & monitoring backup jobs
Hands-on experience with cloud-based database deployment and configuration, specifically Azure SQL Database
Experience in cloud and on-premises performance tuning, cost optimization, automation, and implementing security best practices
Experience in cloud and on-premises SQL Monitoring, database backups health, query tuning & indexing strategies for better performance
Experience configuring high availability and disaster recovery solutions, including Geo-replication and failover clustering
Skilled in migrating databases from on-premises SQL server to Azure SQL or Managed Instances
Knowledgeable in database backup and recovery using SSMS or third-party tools (e.g., DRUVA)
Proficient in writing complex SQL queries, including stored procedures, functions, views, etc
Ability to troubleshoot database issues using built-in and third-party diagnostic tools
Experience developing and deploying packages with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
Familiar with tape-based backup solutions and strategies
Experience configuring and managing recovery strategies (full, differential, incremental, log backups)
Skilled in conducting root cause analysis and resolving database related issues
Understanding of technology governance - security & access policies, audits & compliance
Knowledgeable in security principles and best practices within database environments
Collaborate with Engineering teams to support server maintenance and upgrades
Able to assist with diagnosing and resolving network-related issues in collaboration with Engineering team
Preferred
Data Modelling & Data Standards
Familiarity with Windows Clustering and HA concepts
Datawarehouse design and modelling
Experience with LightSpeed and Spotlight is a plus
Experience with Redgate tools (SQL Structure & Data Compare)
Experience Postgres/MongoDB is a plus
Strong Work Ethic
Teachable/Continuous Learner
Reliable/Dependable
Collaborative/Team Contributor
Benefits
Outstanding benefits
Growth opportunities
Company
IBTS - Institute for Building Technology and Safety
Building resilient communities by reducing risk, enhancing public safety and improving quality of life.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.55MKey Investors
USDA Rural DevelopmentKresge Foundation
2024-09-24Grant· $0.25M
2020-03-16Grant· $0.3M
Leadership Team
Shyam Choudhary
President
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