SQL Database Administrator

• Lead design, administration, and optimization of enterprise database systems
• Manage large-scale datasets, ensuring high performance, availability, and scalability
• Troubleshoot complex database issues and implement performance tuning strategies
• Partner with engineering, DevOps, and business teams to deliver scalable data solutions
• Oversee database architecture, including indexing, partitioning, and data lifecycle management
• Implement and maintain high-availability and disaster recovery solutions
• Drive automation of database operations using scripting and tooling
• Support audits, compliance needs, and data governance initiatives
• Manage vendors and third-party database technologies as needed

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• 10+ years of database administration experience, including 8+ years with SQL Server
• Strong PostgreSQL administration and optimization experience
• Proven success working with very large datasets (billions of records)
• Expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and database internals
• Experience with high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On, replication, log shipping)
• Proficiency in scripting (T-SQL, PowerShell, Python, or Bash)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS RDS, or Aurora
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience in regulated industries and relevant certifications are a plus

One of the largest investment firms in the nation is looking for a hands-on Sr. Database Administration with strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and solid experience with PostgreSQL. This role combines technical leadership and execution, focusing on performance optimization, scalability, and reliability of large-scale data environments (2+billion records). This person would need to work 7 days a month in the Jersey City, NJ office.