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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Database Administrator - **Company:** Guidehouse Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $216,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Applications Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Cluster Analysis, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Security, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Amazon DynamoDB, Log Shipping, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, MongoDB, NoSQL, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, SQL Databases, Management of Software Versions, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, System Availability, Database Optimization, Indexer, Database Migration, Amazon Relational Database Service, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Hardware Infrastructure, Database Monitoring, Docker - **Published:** June 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://guidehouse.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/US---DC-Washington/Senior-Database-Administrator_40181 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). * Ten(10) years of experience as a Database Administrator supporting enterprise systems. * Strong experience with relational database platforms (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, or equivalent). * Demonstrated expertise in database migration, consolidation, and modernization efforts. * Hands-on experience with HA/DR architectures (e.g., clustering, replication, log shipping, availability groups). * Experience managing databases in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure) as well as on-premises infrastructure. * Strong proficiency in SQL, database design, and performance tuning techniques. * Experience implementing backup/recovery strategies, patching, and version upgrades. * Proven ability to troubleshoot complex database issues in production environments. * US Citizens and Green Card holders only. * No Visa Sponsorship available for this position. * Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred. What Would Be Nice To Have: * Experience with cloud-native database services (e.g., Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Aurora). * Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for database deployments. * Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes). * Knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, DynamoDB, etc.). * Experience in performance monitoring tools and database automation frameworks. * Prior experience in federal or highly regulated enterprise environments. * Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator, Oracle DBA). ## Description * Leading database transition and modernization activities, including assessment, inventory, dependency mapping, and migration planning to support legacy-to-modern platform movement * Designing and implementing high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, including clustering, replication, and failover strategies to meet defined RPO/RTO requirements. * Performing database upgrades and migrations across versions and environments, ensuring compatibility and minimal operational disruption. * Administering and maintaining enterprise database platforms, including installation, configuration, patching, and lifecycle management across environments (on-prem, cloud, and hybrid). * Developing and executing database performance tuning strategies, including indexing, query optimization, and workload management to support high-throughput applications. * Managing backup, recovery, and point-in-time restore strategies aligned with operational SLAs and data protection requirements. * Implementing and enforcing database security controls, including encryption, role-based access, and secure connectivity to protect sensitive data. * Supporting database monitoring and troubleshooting, identifying root causes of performance or availability issues and implementing corrective actions. * Collaborating with application teams, infrastructure engineers, and stakeholders to align database design with application architecture and operational needs. * Contributing to infrastructure re-architecture efforts, including redesign of database environments to improve scalability, resilience, and operational efficiency. * Establishing and maintaining database standards, documentation, and operational procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across environments. ## Related Videos - [How building an industry DBMS differs from building a research one](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/768-how-building-an-industry-dbms-differs-from-building-a-research-one) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Tomorrow's cloud data platforms - fully managed database-as-a-service (DBaaS)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/254-tomorrow-s-cloud-data-platforms-fully-managed-database-as-a-service-dbaas) - [Database Magic behind 40 Million operations/s](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/748-database-magic-behind-40-million-operations-s) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)