Database Administrator

Chimes • ,

5d • $32 - $57 • Remote

About The Position

Chimes is seeking a Database Administrator to administer, secure, monitor, and improve production database environments through reliable operations. This is a remote position open to candidates in the United States. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; Chimes does not provide visa sponsorship.

The role maintains and optimizes production databases and database management systems, manages access in accordance with security and data-protection requirements, tests changes and applications, and helps ensure database performance, capacity, and continuity. It also involves maintaining database documentation and models, developing standards and safeguards for sensitive information, and providing technical guidance and training.

Individuals participating in the AbilityOne Program are encouraged to apply, though participation is not required. Chimes will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, in performing essential job functions, and in receiving other employment benefits and privileges.

Requirements

• Three or more years of directly related technical experience.
• Experience documenting technical requirements, configurations, tests, changes, and results.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant role-appropriate technical certifications.
• Experience in government, regulated, or security-conscious environments.
• Degrees and certifications in computer science, data science, or related fields; equivalent education and experience are welcome.
• Equivalent combinations of related education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, secure, monitor, and optimize production databases and database management systems, and plan and implement approved upgrades.
• Manage database users, roles, and access levels in accordance with security and data-protection requirements.
• Test database changes and applications, troubleshoot errors, and implement or coordinate approved corrections.
• Design and maintain logical and physical database descriptions, data models, and data-dictionary definitions.
• Monitor performance and capacity; recommend hardware, software, or configuration changes; and coordinate installations and changes to minimize service disruption.
• Develop database standards, procedures, and safeguards for sensitive information.
• Provide technical guidance and training to users, junior staff, programmers, and analysts.

Benefits

• Medical plan starting at $13.80 per month; the $6.90 amount is per pay period for the Minimum Value Health Plan.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Employer-provided long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• 10 paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Tickets at Work.
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level