Database Administrator

OptionMetrics; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

OptionMetrics, headquartered in New York, NY, is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to lead MSSQL and PostgreSQL environments, optimize SQL, and design complex procedures and views. The role includes AWS deployments, data security, backups, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure database reliability and performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong SQL optimization skills, PostgreSQL expertise, and hands-on experience with AWS services and Git/GitHub for version control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases.
• Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization and performance tuning.
• Expertise in designing and maintaining complex stored procedures, triggers, and views.
• Experience in the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of PostgreSQL databases.
• Understanding and practical experience with Amazon AWS services, such as EC2, RDS, and S3.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub for version control and collaborative development.
• Knowledge of database security principles and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring their stability, availability, and performance.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data efficiently, improving system performance and response times.
• Design and maintain complex stored procedures, triggers, and views to meet business requirements, ensuring data consistency and integrity.
• Install, configure, and monitor PostgreSQL databases, addressing any issues or errors that arise.
• Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, authentication mechanisms, and data encryption.
• Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies, minimizing the risk of data loss and ensuring business continuity.
• Utilize Amazon AWS services, such as EC2 and RDS, for database deployments, monitoring, and scaling to meet business demands.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and system administrators, to troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
• Utilize Git/GitHub for version control and collaborative development, ensuring proper code management and team coordination.
• Assist in data warehouse design and implementation, including ETL processes and reporting requirements.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements and best practices in MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon AWS, and related technologies.

Skills

MSSQL

PostgreSQL

SQL optimization

Stored procedures

Security practices

AWS (EC2, RDS, S3)

Git/GitHub

Data warehousing

ETL processes

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git/GitHub

AWS

ETL tools

Job description

About Us:

OptionMetrics, headquartered in New York, NY. is a dynamic and innovative technology company, a trusted provider of financial information and research derived from the option markets. We are at the forefront of developing solutions that empower businesses. Our commitment to excellence, coupled with a collaborative, forward-thinking culture, has made us the preferred choice for top-tier talent. Our data and analytics models are utilized by over 350 investment banks, hedge funds, asset management firms, and academic institutions globally, solidifying our position as a leader in the industry.

OptionMetrics are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Database Administrator with a strong background in managing MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases. The ideal candidate will have expertise in developing and optimizing SQL queries, designing complex stored procedures, and ensuring the efficient installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of PostgreSQL. Additionally, knowledge and experience with Amazon AWS services and proficiency with Git/GitHub are desired. The successful DBA candidate will play a critical role in maintaining the stability, security, and performance of our databases.

This position is able to be remote in the United States or hybrid, working out of our NYC or Miami, Florida office.

What You'll Do:

• Manage and administer MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases, ensuring their stability, availability, and performance.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data efficiently, improving system performance and response times.
• Design and maintain complex stored procedures, triggers, and views to meet business requirements, ensuring data consistency and integrity.
• Install, configure, and monitor PostgreSQL databases, addressing any issues or errors that arise.
• Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, authentication mechanisms, and data encryption.
• Develop and execute backup and recovery strategies, minimizing the risk of data loss and ensuring business continuity.
• Utilize Amazon AWS services, such as EC2 and RDS, for database deployments, monitoring, and scaling to meet business demands.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and system administrators, to troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
• Utilize Git/GitHub for version control and collaborative development, ensuring proper code management and team coordination.
• Assist in data warehouse design and implementation, including ETL processes and reporting requirements.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements and best practices in MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Amazon AWS, and related technologies.

Skills You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, with a focus on MSSQL and PostgreSQL databases.
• Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization and performance tuning.
• Expertise in designing and maintaining complex stored procedures, triggers, and views.
• Experience in the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of PostgreSQL databases.
• Understanding and practical experience with Amazon AWS services, such as EC2, RDS, and S3.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub for version control and collaborative development.
• Knowledge of database security principles and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with stakeholders.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Relevant certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or PostgreSQL Certified Professional.

Pay ranges at OptionMetrics are established based on an analysis of salaries for positions with a similar level of accountability and impact in the relevant labor market. Salary levels are expected to change to reflect an employee's job performance (results and impact) over time. Salaries at the time of hire are typically offered in the lower to middle of the above-referenced range in order to provide the opportunity to reflect performance-based increases over time. In addition to base salaries, employees at OptionMetrics are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits.