Data Administrator

CARFAX•Columbia, MO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Team CARFAX as a Data Administrator Isn't it time you bragged about where you work? At CARFAX, we do, every day. We pride ourselves on being mission-focused on helping to grow a brand built on accuracy and integrity. We care deeply about our products and our customers. We’re more than just a company: We help millions of consumers make more informed decisions every day. We know that our teammates are our most valuable asset, and we value a balanced life while tackling challenging projects in a fast-paced environment. One last thing: Our four-day work week continues in Summer 2026! What makes our Tech Culture Amazing? We’re passionate about having a creative and innovative environment where our developers collaborate and continuously learn and grow. Autonomy is a key pillar of our tech culture. Our developers have the freedom to bring new tools, frameworks, and ideas to the table knowing their voice will be heard. We’re not afraid of trying new things; if the case is made for a new technology or approach, our developers know it will be tried. Does the idea of ensuring CARFAX data is consistently protected and restorable excite you? If so, working as a Data Administrator may be the perfect role for you. In this position, you will play a key part in maintaining our data safety net. Using your skills and expertise, you will leverage our tools to manage and validate the critical backup and recovery processes that keep our products reliable. You won't just be managing data; you’ll be ensuring our systems have the resilience to recover from any challenge. At CARFAX, we believe in the power of teamwork and value in-person interactions so that we can collaborate and thrive together. This position will require 3 days per week in our Columbia, MO office subject to change with future business needs.

Requirements

Experience managing enterprise-level hardware and storage solutions, specifically Rubrik.
Familiarity with AWS and its ecosystem of cloud services for data management.
Ability to design, build, and deploy data architectures at scale.
Experience with automation and orchestration tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Chef.
A solid understanding of data security management, including encryption and access controls.
Proficiency in system performance tuning and capacity planning.
Ability to coordinate technical projects from initial design through to implementation.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional technical teams.

Nice To Haves

Additional preferred experience includes familiarity with these technologies SFTP, Control M, REST API, Dell Storage, and NetApp.

Responsibilities

Operating and managing Rubrik hardware to ensure reliable data backup and recovery solutions.
Building and implementing data configurations and architectural solutions.
Maintaining and upgrading large-scale data systems and hardware environments.
Monitoring and analyzing system performance to identify and resolve capacity or integrity issues.
Providing technical support and troubleshooting for data-related incidents.
Collaborating with engineering teams to provide guidance and consultation for new data projects.
Automating routine tasks and managing deployments across the environment.
Establishing and following documentation standards and security protocols for data assets.
Supporting high-availability strategies and business continuity plans for critical data systems with a focus on backup verification and audit readiness.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, benefits and generous time-off policies
4-Day summer work weeks and a winter holiday break
401(k)/DCPP matching
Annual bonus program
Casual, dog-friendly, and innovative office spaces
For a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit our website: https://jobs.jobvite.com/carfax/p/benefits
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