Senior Database Administrator

DXC Technology
Plano, TX, United States
27 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Bash Shell Cloud Database Databases Data Integrity Relational Databases Database Development Database Security DevOps Disaster Recovery Document-Oriented Databases Python (Programming Language)
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PostgreSQL Microsoft SQL Server SQL Azure Oracle (Applications) Performance Tuning Windows PowerShell Query Optimization Ansible SQL Databases Backup and Restore Scripting Google Cloud Database Optimization Git Database Migration Amazon Relational Database Service Infrastructure Automation Frameworks Information Technology Puppet Software Coding Terraform Software Version Control

Job description

  • Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable database solutions (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar).
  • Plan and execute database migrations across environments, including on-premises to AWS cloud (RDS/Aurora), version upgrades, and platform migrations with minimal downtime.
  • Lead database development, optimization, and automation initiatives to support infrastructure as code and modern DevOps practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define database requirements, implement best practices, and ensure data integrity and security.
  • Develop and maintain scripts and tools for database automation, monitoring, and performance tuning.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Troubleshoot complex database issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
  • Participate in capacity planning, backup and recovery strategies, and disaster recovery planning.
  • Document database architectures, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and compliance.

Requirements

  • Strong expertise in database administration and development with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar RDBMS platforms.
  • Proficient in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) and infrastructure as code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
  • Experience with database migration strategies and tools, including schema migrations, data migrations, and cross-platform migrations.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud database services, specifically Amazon RDS and Aurora, including provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and optimization.
  • Deep understanding of database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and DevOps methodologies.
  • Solid knowledge of database security, backup, and recovery best practices.
  • Familiarity with cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is a plus.

Work Experience:

  • 8-10 years of progressive experience in database development, administration, or technical leadership roles.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in designing, developing, and automating database solutions in enterprise environments.
  • Proven track record of leading or mentoring technical teams in database-related projects.

Educational Background:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Achievements & Accomplishments:

  • Successful delivery of complex database projects with measurable business impact.
  • Recognition for process improvements, automation, or technical innovation in previous roles.

Job-Specific Criteria:

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.

Cultural Fit & Soft Skills:

  • Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
  • Collaborative mindset with a focus on knowledge sharing and team success.

Overall Presentation Requirements:

  • Please submit a detailed resume highlighting relevant technical skills, project experience, and leadership roles.
  • Include specific examples of automation, infrastructure as code, and database optimization initiatives.
  • References or case studies demonstrating past achievements are highly desirable.

About the company

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. The world’s largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive new performance levels, competitiveness, and customer experience. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com., At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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