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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Advanced Database Administrator - **Company:** Gravity Hair Salon, LLC - **Location:** Tallahassee, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adaptable Database Systems, ArcGIS (Software), Information Systems, Databases, Data Architecture, Data Structures, Database Design, Database Storage Structures, SQL Azure, Operational Databases, Software Requirements Analysis, SQL Databases, Application Enhancement Tool, Database Performance, Information Technology, Performance Monitor - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.gravityitresources.com/job/9619 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). * 5+ years of combined experience in database administration across required platforms. * Strong experience with: + Microsoft SQL Server (2012 and above) (expert level) + Oracle (10g and above) + GIS/spatial databases, including knowledge of ESRI SDE geodatabases * Demonstrated ability to independently analyze, evaluate, and resolve complex enterprise production database issues. * Strong understanding of relational database principles, design, and operational best practices. * Experience preparing complex database specifications and designing relational databases. * Ability to interpret and communicate technical information clearly both verbally and in writing. __________________________________________________ Preferred / Nice-to-Have * Experience with Azure SQL * Experience with AWS database/SQL tools * Experience managing ArcGIS for Server, Soft Skills & Working Style * Highly self-directed with strong initiative and ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision. * Strong customer service mindset and professionalism with technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Effective collaborator-able to work with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Data Analysts, and other technical teams to deliver long-term solutions. * Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills. * Comfortable receiving/giving constructive feedback and contributing to continuous improvement ## Description * Perform daily operational database administration activities in a production enterprise environment. * Plan, design, implement, and support database structures (schemas, tables, indexes, storage, etc.) to meet system requirements and standards. * Conduct database performance monitoring and tuning, including troubleshooting and remediation of production issues. * Assist in the design, development, optimization, and amendment of database schemas and related structures. * Develop and maintain DBA procedures and technical documentation. * Perform SQL code reviews and help enforce database standards and best practices. * Support database work for application enhancements and rewrites, partnering with project and data stakeholders. * Provide training/mentoring to other technical staff as needed. * Contribute to an overall data architecture approach that supports organizational needs and security standards. ## Related Videos - [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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