Senior Database Administrator

$90,000 - $110,000/Yr

Ballard Spahr Llp - Cherry Hill, NJ

Full-time - Senior

Cherry Hill, NJ

501-1,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Database Administrator at Ballard Spahr LLP is responsible for supporting SQL Server database systems in both test and production environments, ensuring optimal performance, and enforcing database policies. This role involves designing and configuring database servers, monitoring system performance, and collaborating with application teams to implement new solutions. The position is integral to the firm's commitment to leveraging technology to enhance legal practice and client service.

Responsibilities

• Designing, configuring, and supporting database servers
• Monitoring and troubleshooting to effectively diagnose database problems
• Documenting all programs & systems, including system changes and maintenance plans
• Planning for future SQL database needs
• Working with the applications team on the installation and testing of prospective applications and making recommendations for implementation.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree or a combination of education and related experience
• 7+ years of relevant experience as a database administrator
• Previous experience working in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred
• Certification in MS SQL preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong writing and proofreading skills
• Oral communication skills
• Research, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proven track record in preparing project schedules and monitoring deadlines and deliverables.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Fertility benefits
• Travel and lodging expenses
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with firm contribution and match
• Generous paid time off program
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Health savings account
• Paid parental leave
• Firm subsidized emergency child and elder care services
• Family and medical leave
• Employee assistance program
• Pre-tax transportation program