Database Administrator

Evoke Research And Consulting - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Washington, DC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Evoke Consulting is seeking a Database Administrator to manage and optimize various database systems, ensuring data integrity and security while providing technical support to team members. This role involves working with multiple database technologies and cloud services, contributing to the overall efficiency and performance of database operations within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and manage database systems including Sybase ASE & Replication, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
• Monitor and optimize database performance using tools such as AWR, ADDM, Explain Plan, and SQL Trace.
• Develop and implement database backup and recovery strategies.
• Perform database migrations, upgrades, and patch management.
• Automate routine database administration tasks using shell scripting.
• Ensure data integrity and security across all database systems.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and design.
• Manage cloud-based database services on AWS (RDS, EC2, S3, Redshift).
• Utilize database management tools such as DBArtisan, SQL Server Management Studio, pgAdmin, and MongoDB Compass.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other team members as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Database Administrator with expertise in Sybase ASE & Replication, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
• Proficiency in operating systems including UNIX (AIX, Solaris), Linux, and Windows.
• Experience with cloud platforms, specifically AWS (RDS, EC2, S3, Redshift).
• Strong knowledge of database management tools and utilities: DBArtisan, SQL Server Management Studio, pgAdmin, and MongoDB Compass.
• Expertise in performance tuning and optimization using AWR, ADDM, Explain Plan, and SQL Trace.
• Proficiency in shell scripting for automation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience supporting federal government contracts.
• Relevant certifications in database administration or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Database - Specialty, Oracle Certified Professional).

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
• Company paid Life Insurance coverage, Short-term and Long-term Disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account or Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with discretionary company match.
• Paid time off (PTO) program and eleven (11) paid holidays.
• Additional time off benefits include parental leave, bereavement leave, volunteer hours.