Database Admin- REMOTE and 3RD SHIFT

Job Title: Database Administrator and Shift Leader - 3rd Shift Position Location: Remote (Chicago preferred) Duration: PERM Comp: $100-120k Shift: Thurs-Sun 12am-8am CDT 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 internal 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 What you ll get • A career with a company where you will be challenged, respected, and valued. • A career with a company that s invested in your personal development, will offer a solid compensation package, and provides a great team environment • The people here do their jobs well, care about one another, care about our customers and exercise good ethics and judgement • Our team members health and wellness is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work. Apply Job!