Database Administrator

Epsilon, Inc.
Irving, TX, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$63,600.0 - $118,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Amazon Web Services Microsoft Azure Unix Cloud Computing Databases Oracle Data Guard DevOps Disaster Recovery Python (Programming Language) PostgreSQL Oracle Databases
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Oracle (Applications) Oracle Rac Performance Tuning Query Optimization Recovery Manager (RMAN) SQL Databases Backup and Restore Scripting Google Cloud Cloud Platform System System Availability Database Optimization Database Migration Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Database Monitoring Docker

Job description

The role requires strong hands-on expertise in PostgreSQL, along with experience in Oracle database administration (including RAC environments), and exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). This position plays a key role in ensuring database reliability, performance, security, and scalability across modern cloud and on-prem environments., * Administer, monitor, and maintain PostgreSQL and Oracle databases across production and non-production environments

  • Manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions, including replication and standby databases
  • Support Oracle RAC environments, including cluster administration and ASM
  • Implement and manage Active Data Guard and perform switchover/failover operations
  • Perform database patching, upgrades, and lifecycle maintenance with minimal downtime
  • Manage backup and recovery strategies using RMAN (Oracle), datapump and PostgreSQL utilities (pg_dump, WAL, PITR)
  • Perform database performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting
  • Support database migrations, including Oracle to PostgreSQL conversions
  • Manage databases on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), including RDS and managed services
  • Automate routine DBA tasks using scripting and tools
  • Collaborate with application, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deliver scalable solutions
  • Participate in on-call rotation and provide production support

Requirements

Do you have experience in UNIX?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, We are looking for a skilled and motivated Database Administrator (DBA Level 2) to support enterprise database environments in a high-availability, 24x7 production setting., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

  • 5+ years of experience in database administration
  • Strong hands-on experience with PostgreSQL
  • Experience with Oracle database technologies including RAC, Data Guard, and RMAN
  • Experience working in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Strong expertise in performance tuning, backup/recovery, and high availability
  • Proficiency in SQL and database troubleshooting
  • Experience with Linux/Unix environments
  • Scripting experience (Shell, Python, or similar), * Experience with database migration and modernization initiatives
  • Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Knowledge of container technologies (Docker/Kubernetes)
  • Exposure to AI/automation tools for database monitoring and optimization
  • Relevant certifications (Oracle, PostgreSQL, Cloud)

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Adoption assistance
  • Commuter assistance, Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon, but not limited to the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location and application employment laws. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time., As an Epsilon employee, you deserve perks and benefits that put you, your family and your finances first. Our benefits encompass a wide range of offerings, including but not limited to the following:
  • Time to Recharge: Flexible time off (FTO), 15 paid holidays
  • Time to Recover: Paid sick time
  • Family Well-Being: Parental/new child leave, childcare & elder care assistance, adoption assistance
  • Extra Perks: Comprehensive health coverage, 401(k), tuition assistance, commuter benefits, professional development, employee recognition, charitable donation matching, health coaching and counseling

Epsilon benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms.

About the company

Epsilon is a global data, technology and services company that powers the marketing and advertising ecosystem. For decades, we’ve provided marketers from the world’s leading brands the data, technology and services they need to engage consumers with 1 View, 1 Vision and 1 Voice. 1 View of their universe of potential buyers. 1 Vision for engaging each individual. And 1 Voice to harmonize engagement across paid, owned and earned channels.

Epsilon’s comprehensive portfolio of capabilities across our suite of digital media, messaging and loyalty solutions bridge the divide between marketing and advertising technology. We process 400+ billion consumer actions each day using advanced AI and hold many patents of proprietary technology, including real-time modeling languages and consumer privacy advancements. Thanks to the work of every employee, Epsilon has been consistently recognized as industry-leading by Forrester, Adweek and the MRC. Epsilon is a global company with more than 9,000 employees around the world.

Our pillars aren’t just words. They’re how we show up every day.

  • People centricity: We focus on employee well-being in an environment where colleagues truly care about each other.
  • Collaboration: We work together, support one another, and collectively achieve goals.
  • Growth: There are endless opportunities for growth through learning, development and career advancement.
  • Innovation: We drive progress through cutting-edge solutions and forward-thinking approaches.
  • Flexibility: We’ve created a balance between work and personal life, and we encourage adaptability to solve problems creatively.

Our values guide us to create value for our clients, our people and consumers.

  • Act with integrity
  • Work together to win together
  • Innovate with purpose
  • Respect all voices
  • Empower with accountability

These pillars and values are our foundation-shaping our culture, guiding our decisions, and uniting us in common purpose.

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