SQL Server DBA (Azure)

RedMane Technology LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Disability insurance

Training & mentoring

Wellness program

Community involvement

Job summary

RedMane Technology LLC in Chicago seeks a Database Administrator to configure, maintain, support, and tune application databases, primarily in the cloud. Research proofs-of-concepts to improve client support and continually learn.

Role emphasizes collaboration, 24/7/365 mindset, and hands-on work with Azure/AWS database services, DB2, MS SQL, and Postgres, with a focus on performance tuning and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in CS or related field preferred.
• Interest in learning diverse technologies.
• Understanding of virtualization, networking, scripting.

Responsibilities

• Improve skills and share knowledge daily.
• Participate in daily stand-ups.
• Research new technologies and proofs-of-concepts.
• Handle level 2 and level 3 support tickets.
• Analyze issues and determine root causes.

Skills

DB2

MS SQL

Postgres

Azure

AWS

DevOps

Cloud databases

Performance tuning

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in CS

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 07/09/2026

RedMane Technology LLC is an application software consulting and systems integration company based in Chicago. We deliver software solutions for our clients throughout the United States and Canada by means of building new applications, implementing cloud and packaged systems, and/or modernizing legacy systems.

RedMane has earned an exemplary service reputation that prioritizes a highly collaborative culture. Our primary objective is to ensure the solutions we design and implement meet or exceed the needs of our clients for their mission critical systems.

The diverse and passionate teams within RedMane address complex, real world challenges. Technology is just our tool.

The Role

As a Database Administrator, you will work in a collaborative environment where you will play a key role in configuring, maintaining, supporting, and tuning application databases, primarily in the cloud. You will also research and do proofs-of-concepts on new technologies to improve our ability to support RedMane’s clients. We are seeking to engage your inquisitive nature and inclination to learn.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Experience with database management systems including but not limited to DB2, MS SQL, and Postgres.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and/or AWS and their database services as well as a familiarity with DevOps.
• Knowledge of IT Operations best practices in a 24/7/365 always on service model.
• Experience designing, configuring, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining databases in cloud environments in Microsoft Azure and/or AWS.
• Experience with tuning large databases to optimize performance.

Responsibilities include:

• Constantly improving skills set and sharing new knowledge with others on the team.
• Participate in the daily team stand-ups.
• New product research and completing proof-of-concepts on how it can improve our ability to support RedMane clients.
• Complete level 2 and level 3 support tickets.
• Analyze issues and determine root cause along with completing solutions to resolve.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or master’s degree in computer science or related field preferred
• Must have an interest in and willingness to learn diverse technologies
• Understanding of computer virtualization, networking fundamentals, scripting and automation.

All professionals at RedMane are expected to possess these qualities:

• A strong ethical foundation, capable of thriving in an environment and culture where honesty, integrity, and accountability are core values.
• A collaborative spirit, a team orientation, and a willingness and desire to contribute to the success of others.

We Offer You

RedMane has an environment that offers challenging and interesting work. A place where you can have fun and express your talent and creativity. You will be working side by side with like-minded peers in a non-bureaucratic environment where sharing knowledge is the norm. Everyone at RedMane shares a passion for making a real difference for individuals, communities, and the world.

Additionally, we believe you should have fun and enjoy growing your career; we provide the supportive and empowering environment to make it happen. RedMane is very proud to offer employees professional and personal perks that include:

• A flexible work environment that includes hybridized locations and schedules with frequently catered lunches in the office.
• Market based compensation with a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short and long-term disability insurance, etc.
• A culture that promotes and fosters career growth through professional training and mentoring.
• An employee wellness program that includes free access to professional fitness coaches, structured dietary/nutrition plans, weekly Pilates classes in the office, and events that range from 5k's to triathlons.
• Opportunities to give back to the community through our RedMane Community Impact Team which organizes events like Feed My Starving Children, Toy Drives, and other charitable activities.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000/year to $140,000/year.