Database Administrator

Ash Group; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with 4% match after 6 months

Job summary

Ash Group in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Senior Database Administrator for a 12-month contract. Hybrid work arrangement. You will manage SQL Server, Oracle, and other platforms, focus on performance tuning, backups, automation, and data governance to ensure business continuity.

The role requires strong SQL Server/Oracle experience, scripting skills in PowerShell and Shell, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 8 years equivalent experience.
• Strong SQL Server and Oracle experience.
• Backup/recovery and performance tuning expertise.
• Scripting experience with PowerShell and Shell.
• Data governance and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support multiple database platforms (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB).
• Perform performance tuning, patching, and database builds.
• Ensure backup and recovery processes and business continuity.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts (PowerShell, Shell).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in on-call rotation.
• Utilize ServiceNow to manage requests and support data governance.
• Support capacity planning and data integrity audits.
• Drive adoption of standard data management practices.
• Enable data-driven decisions through analytics.

Skills

SQL Server

Oracle

PowerShell

Shell scripting

Data governance

Analytical skills

Communication

Hybrid data environments

Education

Bachelor's degree or 8 years equivalent experience

Tools

ServiceNow

Job description

*** US Citizens Only. No C2C or 3rd Parties ***

Summary

The Ash Group is hiring a Database Administrator (24580) for our client, a major electricity and natural gas utility provider. This is a 12-month contract position working in Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid). We are offering a pay rate up to $66 per hour W2 based on skill set a

• Compensation: Up to $66/hr W2
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting.
• Duration: 12-month contract
• Location: Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid)

Senior Database Administrator responsible for managing and supporting multiple database platforms across operational technology environments, including SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MariaDB. The role focuses on performance tuning, backup and recovery, scripting automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and business continuity. The position is hybrid in Minneapolis with a strong emphasis on data governance and analytical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support multiple database platforms (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB)
• Perform performance tuning, patching, and database builds
• Ensure backup and recovery processes and business continuity
• Develop and maintain automation scripts (PowerShell, Shell)
• Participate in on-call rotation and monitor DBA helpdesk
• Collaborate with application support teams and project stakeholders
• Use ServiceNow to manage and fulfill requests
• Support capacity planning and data integrity audits
• Provide technical knowledge and consultation on data governance
• Drive adoption of standard tools and data management practices
• Enable data-driven decisions through analytics
• Serve as diagnostician and solution provider for data-related issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in technology, science, business or related field, or 8 years of equivalent experience
• Must have strong experience with SQL Server and Oracle
• Backup and recovery, performance tuning expertise
• Scripting experience (PowerShell, Shell)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Data governance acumen and analytical skills
• Experience with distributed computing, data visualization, architecture, statistical and predictive modeling
• Machine learning experience
• Reporting solution design and delivery
• BI solution recommendation
• Clustering and high-availability experience