Senior Database Administrator - Remote | Reliability & Performance

NTT America, Inc.; Tallahassee (FL); Remote; USD 108,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to ensure availability, integrity and performance of critical data assets across diverse environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, implement robust backup/recovery and maintain security controls.

You will also design schemas, optimize performance, and upgrade databases while coordinating with Change Control, Release Management and stakeholders to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in database administration tasks, including installation, configuration, maintenance and performance tuning.
• Advanced knowledge of SQL to write complex queries, stored procedures, and functions.
• Advanced understanding of database security principles, access controls, and data encryption methods.
• Advanced working knowledge in backup and recovery strategies for data availability.
• Ability to monitor performance, resolve issues, and optimize operations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new technologies as needed.
• Ability to communicate complex IT information simply to varied audiences.
• Advanced understanding of data architecture and data services.
• Advanced knowledge of application development lifecycle and data access layers.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with unstructured datasets.

Responsibilities

• Performs installation, configuration, and maintenance of complex DBMS (SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, or others).
• Collaborates with developers to design and optimize database schemas and data models.
• Writes database documentation including data standards and metadata.
• Monitors database performance and optimizes queries and indexing.
• Implements robust backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Monitors production databases and responds to issues.
• Supports development of database utilities and automated reporting.
• Works with Change Control and Release Management for applications.
• Plans and executes database upgrades and patches.
• Communicates with technical and operations teams on integrity and security.
• Implements security measures to safeguard data from unauthorized access and loss.
• Conducts security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams on data initiatives.
• Provides user support and training for database-related queries.

Skills

DBMS administration

SQL tuning

Database security

Backup & recovery

Performance monitoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Learning new tech

Communication of IT info

Data architecture basics

Data access layers

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

MCSE/Oracle/MySQL certifications

Database courses & performance tuning

Tools

SQL Server

Oracle

MySQL

Microsoft SQL Server

Job description

NTT DATA is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to ensure availability, integrity and performance of critical data assets across diverse environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, implement robust backup/recovery and maintain security controls.

You will also design schemas, optimize performance, and upgrade databases while coordinating with Change Control, Release Management and stakeholders to meet business objectives.