Database Administrator, Global

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Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Position Overview

Vantage is looking for a mid-level Database Administrator who has proficiency in installing, upgrading, patching database servers and software installed on both the Windows and Linux platform. This also includes managing and administering database solutions provided in the Cloud. This position will confidently write queries, construct tables, program views, functions, and stored procedures. Has experience with tuning queries and troubleshooting poor query performance. Understands the importance of data protection and high availably solutions so that the organization is prepared in the event a server failure, data corruption, or even in the event of a user mistake. Can use server telemetry software to manage a collection of servers and provide status on the data environment. It's also important as the organization has grown that the candidate have strategies for migrating data, and automating processes, this can include programming or using tools to improve processes.

Essential Job Functions

* Install, patch, upgrade and manage Microsoft SQL Server database

* Experience administering Linux server, ideally Ubuntu, but RH Linux, Centos, or other flavors acceptable

* Manage server disk space capacity through adding more storage, or archiving storage and then migrating data

* Ensure database backups are being completed regularly, and provide testing to ensure backups are usable

* Provide tables, views, stored procedures, and functions to facilitate data use by reporting software and other applications

* Manage database level partitioning where appropriate to manage data

* Assist users with data requests and queries, provide guidance on query tuning for queries that perform poorly

* Manage database resources in the cloud, and manage the costs associated with them

* Manage servers in a database or server telemetry product

* Write, update, and manage documentation on the database environment

* Add, update, and remove users from the database servers

* Ability to migrate data from same or dissimilar database platforms, such as migrating from MySQL to PostgreSQL, or MySQL to MySQL

* Participate in the on-call rotation for emergency server issues

Job Requirements

* Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Computer Information Systems/Computer Science) or Engineering, or equivalent experience

* 2-4 years production database administration experience with any of the following databases: MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server

* 1-3 years production Linux server experience

* Experience in Tableau, Power BI or SQL Server Reporting Services is a plus

* Experience developing in Python, Java, C#, or Go is a plus

* Proven to be highly accurate and thorough in all tasks

* Strong organizational and communication skills, excellent problem-solving, logical process thinking and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and contribute quickly is required

* Genuine drive and motivation with a "can do" attitude. Results-driven and committed to the future growth of Vantage, committed to our customer's success and to your own career growth

* Being able to read, write and communicate in French is a plus

* Travel is expected to be less than 5%, but may increase over time as the business evolves

Additional Information

• Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 base plus bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

• This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

• Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other's strengths and respecting each other's weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired; such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.