Senior Database Administrator (Remote Opportunity)

Hyatt Group; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company located in Chicago is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support their central database systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in database administration and be skilled in various DBMS technologies including Informix, DB2, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL. The role involves maintaining critical systems, providing documentation, and supporting application teams. Hyatt promotes a culture of inclusion and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of database administration experience.
• Experience with installation, configuration, and upgrading of Informix, DB2, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.
• Knowledge of Database Connection Managers and Clustering Features.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage critical database systems.
• Provide continuous documentation of existing and new database deployments.
• Act as a critical single point of contact for all assigned projects.

Skills

Database Monitoring

Performance Tuning

Informix

DB2

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Education

College degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Senior Database Administrator to join our Corporate Information Technology department. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader Hyatt System Operations and Application teams, where you will be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company.

The Opportunity

You will be part of a team that is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, and is committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills. As a Senior Database Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting Hyatt’s central database systems, with strong knowledge around multiple DBMS within the database technologies of Informix, DB2, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL.

Summary

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best and fastest-growing hospitality brands in the world.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage critical database systems – a subject matter expert in at least two key DBMS technologies
• Provide rigor and process for continuous documentation of existing and new database deployments
• Participate with other business units and project managers to provide database support
• Act as a critical single point of contact for all assigned projects
• Operate independently on net new and existing database build-outs and projects
• Exhibit initiative and self-motivation to move the database infrastructure forward
• Responsible for ensuring complete coverage in documentation and deployment of database monitoring

Qualifications

Experience Required:

• Installation/Configuration/Upgrading of Informix, DB2, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL
• Perform Database Monitoring and Performance Tuning
• Standard & Advanced Backup & Recovery Experience
• Knowledge of Database Connection Managers & Clustering Features
• Perform Application Releases per Requirements
• Support Application Teams with Performance Tuning and Database Configuration Issues
• Participate in the Weekly On-Call Rotation
• 5+ years of database administration experience

Experience Preferred:

• Experience with two DBMS (Informix/DB2/MongoDB/PostgreSQL)
• College degree or equivalent work experience
• Certifications in Database/OS Administration
• Working knowledge of Networking

We welcome you: Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

Hyatt is an Equal Opportunities Employer.