UniVerse DB Admin

Ace Tech Resources; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm in Chicago is seeking a Database Administrator to manage and support UniVerse database systems. The ideal candidate should have experience installing and supporting databases on Linux, strong analytical abilities, and effective communication skills. This role involves troubleshooting, performance analysis, and participation in system conversions. Additional responsibilities include assisting in disaster recovery and handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Weekend work may be required to meet critical deadlines.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience installing and supporting UniVerse Database Systems is a plus.
• Strong UNIX skills and familiarity with Windows and Linux are required.
• Experience with client/server technology, preferably with a PICK UniVerse/UniData environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide monitoring and support for UniVerse databases on Linux platforms.
• Perform database upgrades and conversions as required.
• Manage database history files for application testing.
• Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity design.
• Troubleshoot problems on systems of ownership.

Skills

System administration

Database management

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

Four-year degree in Engineering or Computer Science or 4+ years as Database Administrator

Tools

UniVerse Database

IBM MQ

Veeam

Linux

Windows

Job description

Chicago, United States | Posted on 10/02/2024

Position Description: Hands‑on administration and tuning of UniVerse and other in‑production databases. Develop, implement, and support applications that interface with core systems. Part of a team that is responsible for the transfer of all system files within the Client’s database, to/from corporate systems, and external vendors and partners. Responsible for cross‑platform printing, file sharing, and security. Some light travel is possible.

Requirements

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide monitoring, support, and productivity enhancements for in‑house encrypted UniVerse Databases running on Linux platforms in multiple geographies
• Perform UniVerse database upgrades and conversions as required
• Manage database history files to facilitate application development testing
• Participate in system conversion activities with Veeam backup/restore and file transfer platforms
• Install, configure, and manage multiple instances of IBM MQ and GoAnywhere MFT across multiple geographies, utilizing SFTP, API calls, and other standard transfer protocols
• Manage and administer interface products on multiple OS platforms
• Assist in integrating and updating UniVerse systems in Development and Test environments
• Troubleshoot problems on systems of ownership, including business applications, hardware and software solutions
• Supplement UNIX Administrator with performance analysis, security, monitoring, and upgrades of Linux environments
• Assist in disaster recovery/business continuity design and testing with replicated production data
• Assist in servers and PURE storage provisioning and administration

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years’ experience installing and supporting UniVerse Database Systems a plus
• Four‑year degree majoring in Engineering or Computer Science or 4+ years’ experience working as Database Administrator
• Broad system administration background, strong UNIX skills and familiarity with Windows, and Linux
• Strong TCP‑IP, DNS, and networking skills are required in addition to knowledge of SSH certificates, GPG and PGP encryption, FIPS 140‑2, AES, SFTP, SCP, FTPS, AS2, HTTPS, and RSYNC
• Proven project management skills: ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Effective communication, excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills
• Experience with client/server technology, preferably with a PICK UniVerse/UniData environment

WORKING CONDITIONS

Required working hours are approximately 8 to 5 Monday – Friday. Some after hours (early morning / evenings and Saturdays) work may be required during the week and on weekends to accomplish work within critical deadlines. The environment will be intense and fast paced.