Database Administrator

Zapata Technology - Sierra Vista, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Sierra Vista, AZ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Zapata Technology is seeking an experienced Database Administrator for a remote role, primarily serving clients in Augusta, GA and/or Sierra Vista, AZ. The role involves analyzing database requirements, coordinating updates, and implementing new designs to enhance database performance and security. The Database Administrator will also provide guidance to developers and analysts, ensuring effective database management and addressing queries related to database systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project database requirements, including information needs, database relationships, attributes, data flow, storage needs, and reporting capabilities.
• Utilize database management system knowledge to coordinate updates and maintenance of databases.
• Test and implement new or updated database designs, writing both logical and physical descriptions of databases, including details on location, space, access methods, and security needs.
• Provide guidance to developers and analysts to implement changes to database management systems and address database-related queries.

Requirements

• Expertise in monitoring databases, organizing data, and applying new technologies and designs to enhance performance.
• Skilled in analyzing complex problems and delivering innovative solutions, including planning, tools, methodologies, and technology integration.
• Experience managing and coordinating production activities for client deliverables.
• Proficiency in writing query statements to support new applications or generate ad hoc reports.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, software engineering practices, and product management.
• Experience in gathering client requirements and resolving workflow issues.
• Experience mentoring or supervising team members within a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of ETL tools and building data pipelines.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Veteran
• Reasonable accommodation for applicants who are veterans or have disabilities.