Database Administrator jobs in United States

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Cayuse Holdings

Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/20/2026
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Posted: 10/19/2026
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DecisionPoint Corporation

Senior Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/19/2026
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Disability Management Employer Coalition (DMEC)

Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/17/2026
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Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/16/2026
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Nakupuna Companies

Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/16/2026
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Interstates

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Posted: 10/16/2026
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Booz Allen Hamilton

Oracle Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/16/2026
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Nakupuna Companies

Senior Database Administrator

Nakupuna Companies

Posted: 10/16/2026
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DecisionPoint Corporation

Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/16/2026
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AmeriSave Mortgage Corporation

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Posted: 10/16/2026
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Broadcom

Senior DB2 for z/OS Systems Programmer, Database Administrator

Broadcom

Posted: 10/15/2026
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Aderant

Principal Database Administrator

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Posted: 10/15/2026
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Cayuse Holdings

Database Administrator

Cayuse Holdings
Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $151,000 - $153,441 per yearWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in PostgreSQL database administration, including design, optimization, and security measures. Proficient in implementing scalable database solutions and managing migrations, with a strong focus on performance tuning and monitoring.

Highest-signal resume keywords
PostgreSQL Database AdministrationDatabase Design and OptimizationBackup and Recovery ProceduresAWS RDS and Aurora PostgreSQLMonitoring and Alerting Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AWSGrafanaOraclePostgresPrometheus

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Design, implement, and maintain moderately complex databases
  • Ensure efficient database configurations and maintain current database dictionaries
  • Integrate systems through reliable database designs
  • Administer and test computer databases, especially PostgreSQL environments
  • Perform database testing for functionality and efficiency
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement database security measures
  • Set up, configure, patch, tune performance, and plan capacity for PostgreSQL environments
  • Implement and validate backup and recovery procedures using pg_dump/pg_restore and WAL archiving
  • Configure, monitor, and manage PostgreSQL replication and high availability
  • Optimize queries and indexing using EXPLAIN/ANALYZE, partitioning, and pg_stat_statements
  • Plan and execute migrations involving PostgreSQL, AWS RDS, Aurora PostgreSQL, and Oracle databases
  • Integrate PostgreSQL with existing IT infrastructures
  • Develop, configure, and deploy monitoring and alerting systems using Prometheus, Grafana, or similar tools
  • Monitor and troubleshoot database performance metrics and address bottlenecks
  • Report to the Program Manager
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • At least 8 years of professional experience in database administration and management
  • Proven expertise working with PostgreSQL version 13 or higher in medium to large-scale deployments
  • Strong technical knowledge of database management systems and hands-on experience in database design, administration, and optimization
  • Ability to implement scalable, efficient, and secure enterprise database solutions
  • Deep understanding of PostgreSQL backup/recovery processes and high-availability configurations
  • Experience with database migration projects to and from PostgreSQL
  • Exposure to AWS RDS and Aurora PostgreSQL
  • Proficiency in query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning
  • Experience setting up observability and monitoring tools such as Prometheus and Grafana
  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • High-level attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, adapt to changing priorities, and learn quickly
  • Ability to work independently and on a multifunctional team
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
  • Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Ability to work onsite in the main office
  • Ability to sit for long periods while looking at a computer screen
  • May be required to work flexible or nonstandard hours and travel

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D options
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
  • Paid Time Off
  • Flexible schedule may include holidays
  • Business or professional development travel opportunities

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Hard Skills
Database AdministrationPostgreSQLQuery OptimizationPerformance TuningDatabase MigrationDatabase SecurityReplication and High AvailabilityDatabase TestingCapacity PlanningDatabase Configuration
Soft Skills
Interpersonal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention to Detail
Tools & Technologies
PrometheusGrafanaPg_dumpPg_restoreWAL ArchivingMS OfficeAWS RDSAurora PostgreSQL
Certifications & Qualifications
Active Top Secret Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
Database Management SystemsMedium to Large-Scale DeploymentsEnterprise Database SolutionsMonitoring ToolsIT Infrastructure Integration