Senior Database Administrator (Infrastructure and Platform)

T-Net British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to manage and optimize database systems including SQL Server, Postgres, MySQL, and CockroachDB. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in database administration, excellent problem-solving skills, and is proficient in SQL. They will play a crucial role in ensuring high availability and performance of diverse database environments. The compensation range is $90,000 - $130,000 CAD.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, managing any of the following databases: SQL Server, Postgres, MySQL, or CockroachDB.
• Strong understanding of database concepts and principles.
• Solid understanding of database security and access control.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems running on Windows and Linux.
• Monitor and optimize database performance.
• Provide management reports and support client database functions.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Database management

Performance tuning

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Tools

SQL Server

Postgres

MySQL

CockroachDB

Job description

Senior Database Administrator (Infrastructure and Platform)

Global Relay Communications Inc.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced relational database administrator to join our Infrastructure and Platform team to play a key role in managing our diverse database infrastructure.

Your role:

As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, administration, and optimization of our SQL Server, Postgres, MySQL, or CockroachDB database systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the availability, reliability, and performance of our database infrastructure.

Your responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain database systems including SQL Server, Postgres, MySQL, or CockroachDB running on Windows and Linux infrastructure
• Install, configure, and upgrade database software and related components
• Automate database configuration, maintenance tasks, and monitoring using scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools
• Monitor and optimize database performance, ensuring high availability and scalability
• Support client database functions, including data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) services
• Provide management reports, customer reports, and data extracts
• Perform database backups, restores, and disaster recovery procedures
• Develop and maintain database security protocols, ensuring data privacy and integrity
• Provide support and guidance to developers and other team members regarding database-related topics
• Participate in capacity planning and performance tuning activities
• Stay updated with emerging database technologies and best practices, recommending improvements to enhance system performance and efficiency

About you:

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, managing any of the following databases: SQL Server, Postgres, MySQL, or CockroachDB
• Strong understanding of database concepts, principles, and best practices
• Proficient in writing and optimizing SQL queries
• Experience with database performance tuning and optimization techniques
• Familiarity with backup and recovery procedures, replication, and high availability strategies
• Solid understanding of database security and access control
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, working effectively within a team environment
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL Certified Engineer) are a plus

Compensation:

Global Relay advertises the pay range for this role in compliance with British Columbia's pay transparency laws. Individual pay rates are determined by evaluating factors such as expertise, skills, education, and professional background. The range is $90,000 - $130,000 CAD.

What you can expect:

At Global Relay, there's no ceiling to what you can achieve. It's the land of opportunity for the energetic, the intelligent, the driven. You'll receive the mentoring, coaching, and support you need to reach your career goals.

Global Relay is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek to ensure reasonable adjustments, accommodations, and personal time are tailored to meet the unique needs of every individual.