Senior Database Administrator

DXC Technology • Plano, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. The world’s largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive new performance levels, competitiveness, and customer experience. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.

Requirements

• Strong expertise in database administration and development with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar RDBMS platforms.
• Proficient in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) and infrastructure as code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
• Experience with database migration strategies and tools, including schema migrations, data migrations, and cross-platform migrations.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud database services, specifically Amazon RDS and Aurora, including provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and optimization.
• Deep understanding of database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and DevOps methodologies.
• Solid knowledge of database security, backup, and recovery best practices.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of progressive experience in database development, administration, or technical leadership roles.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in designing, developing, and automating database solutions in enterprise environments.
• Proven track record of leading or mentoring technical teams in database-related projects.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on knowledge sharing and team success.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable database solutions (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar).
• Plan and execute database migrations across environments, including on-premises to AWS cloud (RDS/Aurora), version upgrades, and platform migrations with minimal downtime.
• Lead database development, optimization, and automation initiatives to support infrastructure as code and modern DevOps practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define database requirements, implement best practices, and ensure data integrity and security.
• Develop and maintain scripts and tools for database automation, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex database issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in capacity planning, backup and recovery strategies, and disaster recovery planning.
• Document database architectures, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and compliance.

Benefits

• DXC Technology Company (DXC) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

What This Job Offers

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