Communicates and understands impact of database changes to affected parties and makes recommendations, as appropriate. Maintains database environments to perform at optimum response, capacity planning, upgrading and the implementation of new databases.
Consult with Project Managers to design appropriate solutions. Assists the development teams with application schema designs and applies best practices.
Commissions and installs new applications.
Assists with leading a task force to develop and implement a database that addresses business needs. Advises on new database technologies, trends and features.
Develops, revises and implements policies, standards, procedures and guidelines necessary to effectively administer the database environment.
Develops, manages and tests backup and recovery plans.
Designs/tunes, maintains and supports database systems for highly available, high-volume internet applications.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and overtime as necessary.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
The environment includes Oracle, MySQL, MS SQL, Mongo, Postgress and various other database types.
Knowledge of MySQL, MS SQL and Oracle clustering, MySQL Enterprise Manger, Oracle Enterprise Manager and supporting tools.