Database Administrator IV

Computer Task Group, Inc•Buffalo, NY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

CTG is seeking to fill a Database Administrator IV opening for our client. This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) and technical architect for complex Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) solutions and enterprise-wide initiatives. The position involves consulting with application owners to analyze business requirements and recommend scalable, efficient database designs and enhancements. The Database Administrator IV will develop database architecture and solutions aligned with business objectives, technology standards, regulatory requirements, and long-term strategic goals. Key responsibilities include leading complex database enhancements, system conversions, performance tuning, production troubleshooting, and issue resolution. The role also involves evaluating database technologies, vendor products, and cloud data solutions, recommending improvements to performance, reliability, and operational efficiency. Additionally, the position requires translating business requirements into functional specifications and technical designs, reviewing database changes, and supporting integrated testing. The Database Administrator IV will oversee complex project plans, manage task dependencies, mitigate risks, and coordinate with technology teams, application owners, and vendors. This role also provides technical guidance, training, and mentorship to less experienced database professionals and supports business continuity, audit readiness, internal controls, and compliance with regulatory requirements and company risk policies. The individual will identify opportunities to improve database development, processes, standards, and technology solutions while minimizing risk and cost.

Requirements

Associate degree and at least 8 years of RDBMS experience, or a combined minimum of 10 years of higher education and/or work experience, including at least 8 years of RDBMS experience.
Strong SQL skills and expertise in relational database design, administration, and performance optimization.
Experience with modern data architecture, such as Medallion Architecture, and cloud data platforms, such as Microsoft Azure and Snowflake.
Proven experience leading complex database projects, system enhancements, conversions, and production issue resolution.
Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, including project planning, task coordination, testing, and risk mitigation.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, decision-making, organizational, and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to translate complex business and technical requirements into effective database solutions and collaborate across teams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher.
At least 3 years of experience supporting banking applications, business processes, and database strategy.
Previous experience in banking RDBMS support and familiarity with banking technology standards, business objectives, and regulatory requirements.
Advanced knowledge of multiple RDBMS platforms, database tools and functions, and operating systems.
Proven leadership and mentoring experience in database analysis, architecture, development, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
CAPPM experience.
Strong understanding of business terminology and the technical, operational, and business impacts of technology changes.
Ability to foster teamwork, influence technical direction, and serve as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and technical architect for complex Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) solutions and enterprise-wide initiatives.
Consult with application owners to analyze business requirements and recommend scalable, efficient database designs and enhancements.
Develop database architecture and solutions aligned with business objectives, technology standards, regulatory requirements, and long-term strategic goals.
Lead complex database enhancements, system conversions, performance tuning, production troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
Evaluate database technologies, vendor products, and cloud data solutions, recommending improvements to performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Translate business requirements into functional specifications and technical designs; review database changes and support integrated testing.
Oversee complex project plans, manage task dependencies, mitigate risks, and coordinate with technology teams, application owners, and vendors.
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to less experienced database professionals.
Support business continuity, audit readiness, internal controls, and compliance with regulatory requirements and company risk policies.
Identify opportunities to improve database development, processes, standards, and technology solutions while minimizing risk and cost.