[PART_TIME Remote] Lead Database Administrator - 3rd Shift
Become a key member of our collaborative team as a Lead Database Administrator - 3rd Shift! This position is based in Remote and we are looking to fill it quickly. This position requires a strong and diverse skillset in relevant areas to drive success. The compensation for this role is a competitive salary, reflecting our commitment to attracting the best.
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Job Title: Database Administrator and Shift Leader - 3rd Shift Position Location: 100% Remote (local to Chicago preferred) Duration: PERM Shift: Thurs-Sun 12am-8am CDT Notes:  This position is part of our Managed Services operation.  Remote- anywhere in US but it is preferred that candidates be located in or near the Chicagoland area.  Salaried position (exempt)  Standard shift is 32 hrs (Th-Sun 12-8a CDT) with flex to work holidays and cover shifts as needed.  Looking for someone who is technical and wants to move into leadership  Manager was also internally promoted into her role  Definite must have skills:  Wide range of knowledge on both Unix and Windows platforms, preferably specializing in Oracle, with SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL a plus.  Experience with Office 365 back end administration  Ability to work with multiple customers JOB DESCRIPTON For over 50 years, our client has helped businesses navigate the changing landscape of information technology (IT) to find the right solutions to achieve their business objectives. To create true business value our innovative solutions are designed to meet customers individual business needs. Our people bring deep technical expertise and real-world experience to develop lasting business relationships. Through our deep heritage built from Applications to Infrastructure are essential elements of our approach driving adoption of new innovative solutions. Today, it is the further integration of Applications and Infrastructure that unleashes the power of Software Designed IT Modernization and Cloud Computing with Security requirements as the underpinning of these focused solutions. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional Managed IT services to our clients. Our team believes that the way to build trust and a long-term client relationship is by ensuring that expectations are crystal clear, making our work transparent, and being great communicators. The company brings in-depth and proven expertise to managed services. We view technology holistically, which means we take the time to understand our customers business environment and objectives before delivering actionable ideas to improve our customers IT infrastructure and user experience. This job is for you if  You have a wide range of knowledge on both Unix and Windows platforms, preferably specializing in Oracle, with SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL a plus.  You re interested in a meaningful job at a growing technology company where you ll work with a variety of technology solutions and be appreciated for doing your job well.  You crave the opportunity to learn about a wide range of IT technologies  You want to join a culture that embraces dynamic individuals with a focus on innovation.  You are flexible and have a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done.  MUST BE WILLING TO WORK OVERNIGHT SHIFT (3rd SHIFT)  Desired, but not required: Prior experience with network devices, compute, and storage software and hardware. If no prior experience, must be willing to dive in and learn. A day in the life  Provide Shift Leadership for a team of US and offshore engineers, ensuring all high priority issues are: Validated, Communicated, Mitigated, Assigned for Resolution  Respond to Global Support Center tickets in a timely manner  Troubleshoot and triage tickets in queue  Follow documentation and handling instructions  Know when to escalate critical issues  Speak clearly and confidently with clients and company staff  Work well in stressful situations  Drive innovation and continuous process improvement to perform more efficiently for our customers and company stakeholders. What we are looking for  Minimum of an Bachelors degree in a related field  3-8 years in database administration with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. Other database technologies is a plus.  Familiarity with high-availability designs, including Oracle DataGuard and/or SQL Server AlwaysOn  Experience with backup solutions, including Oracle RMAN, and replication concepts, preferably Golden Gate  Understand Oracle RAC and ASM, Exadata experience is a plus  Ability to multi-task while maintaining high quality of deliverables  Experience working within Service Management toolsets a must  Monitor system health and performance  Performance troubleshooting and resolution  Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time  Experience working with Windows servers and Unix/Linux  Experience using vi editor  Flexible, team player, get-it-done personality  Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment Example of tasks to be performed  Providing process guidance and leadership to shift team  Adding space to an Oracle tablespace  Troubleshoot Oracle archiver issues  Resolve blocking locks, long running sessions, and/or deadlocks  Grant permissions and roles in Oracle  Troubleshoot database down issues  Escalate server down issues  Troubleshoot Linux/Unix/Windows resource issues  Monitor performance, provide resolution and/or articulate status to others Core Competencies  Effective communication skills both internally and externally  Highly organized and detail oriented  Broad technology background  Efficiently break down problems and quickly identify the correct course of action  Passion for learning new technologies  Flexibility and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done  ITIL knowledge Apply Job!Â
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