Tech Specialist, Database & Middleware
Experience Range:
2 - 4 years of experience, including at least 2-3 years in operational database support across SQL Server, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle platformsKey Responsibilities:
Monitor and manage database availability, CPU, memory, and disk utilization alerts to ensure optimal performance and uptime, documenting resolution actions and system statusAdminister user accounts by creating, modifying, disabling inactive accounts, resetting passwords, and managing permissions across multiple database platforms, ensuring compliance with security policiesLog, categorize, and prioritize incident tickets, escalating unresolved issues and maintaining accurate worklogs while coordinating with L2 teams for timely resolutionExecute approved scripts, run health checks, restart database services, and generate comprehensive support and audit reports to meet operational and regulatory requirementsVerify backup completion, validate backup job logs, and escalate failed backups to maintain data integrity and business continuity, tracking backup success ratesReview database logs, support failover notifications, and assist with migration and deployment activities to minimize downtime and ensure seamless transitionsMonitor and analyze database growth trends, replication health, and failed maintenance jobs to proactively address system risks and optimize resource utilizationUpdate and maintain technical knowledge articles and documentation to support operational excellence and facilitate knowledge sharing across the teamRequired Skills:
SQL Server administration and troubleshootingAzure SQL database management and monitoringPostgreSQL administration and performance tuningOracle DBA tasks including user management and backup operationsDatabase backup and restore processes across multiple platformsExecution and validation of health check and maintenance scriptsIncident and alert management in enterprise database environmentsDatabase user administration and security best practicesMonitoring tools for CPU, memory, and disk utilizationGenerating and interpreting database reports and audit logsPreferred Skills:
Weblogic or WebSphere administration in enterprise environmentsMongoDB, MySQL, or Informix DBA experienceMiddleware technologies such as Apache Tomcat and NGINXAdvanced scripting for automation using Oracle PL/SQL or PythonExperience with enterprise integration platforms such as BIZTALK or CFI/MFTDesired Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related disciplineMicrosoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Oracle Database Administrator Certified ProfessionalPostgreSQL or SQL Server administration certification