This position is located in Scottsdale, AZ

Develops, implements, administers, and maintains SQL databases and policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the company databases.

Responsibilities

• Supports SQL Server versions 2000, 2005, 2008, and 2008 R2 in physical and virtual environments
• Supports clustered SQL servers and mirrored databases
• Performs index maintenance and tuning
• Implements data models, database designs, data access and table maintenance codes
• Creates, maintains, and tests backup and restore plans for company databases
• Coordinates physical changes to computer databases; and codes, tests, and implements physical database, applying knowledge of database management system
• Designs logical and physical databases or reviews description of changes to database design to understand how changes to be made affect physical database; i.e., how data is stored in terms of physical characteristics, such as location, amount of space, and access method
• Establishes physical database parameters
• Resolves database performance and capacity issues, and replication and other distributed data issues
• Activities involve interaction with development personnel to determine application data access requirements, transaction rates, volume analysis, and other pertinent data required to develop and maintain integrated databases

Core Performance Factors

The core performance factors described below are essential for success:

• Quality Minded: Produces work (products, services, processes, or other outcomes) that is virtually error free and exceeds external and internal customer expectations. Minimizes rework by exhibiting foresight, displaying ownership, and applying diligence
• Decision Making/Initiative: Makes reasonable, defensible decisions within scope of authority, seeking approval as needed. Takes initiative and works autonomously to achieve product goals (quality, schedule, etc.)
• Organization/Planning: Plans, organizes, and schedules the project in an efficient, productive manner. Effectively juggles multiple projects and anticipates reasonable contingencies. Effectively balances resource and time constraints with deadlines
• Collaboration: Works effectively with colleagues, employees, vendors, and others in order to achieve meaningful results and maintain positive, productive working relationships. Purposely seeks out others for views, guidance, and ideas. Actively participates in solving problems, making decisions, completing tasks, and accomplishing goals

Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Education Skills

• Experience successfully supporting and managing an enterprise network of database servers consisting of SQL Server versions 2000, 2005, 2008, and 2008 R2 in physical and virtual environments
• 5-10 years production SQL Database Administration experience
• Experience with database mirroring and clustered SQL Servers required
• Broad knowledge of current technology and implementation
• 2-3 years in a Senior Role
• SQL or similar preferred or 5+ years in Systems Administration role
• Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated
• Good technical problem solving and interpersonal skills necessary to assist others in problem resolution
• Able to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Must be able to work with end users, communicate effectively, and maintain excellent client relations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Highly motivated, detail oriented team leader with a great attitude
• Experience with MySQL preferred
• Experience with Cold Fusion preferred
   
• Education: A Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of 5+ related work experience and education

Work Environment and Physical Demands

General office environment in Scottsdale, AZ. High levels of stress often occur.  No special physical demands required.

Please apply online.

We are an equal opportunity employer.