Database Administration Leader with Expert SQL Skills

6 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States WEX, Inc. Full time

The WEX, Inc. team is seeking an experienced Database Administration Manager to lead the development and implementation of our global database administration strategy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Broaden our ITIL based approach to database administration across the enterprise.
  • Leverage technology advancements to drive corporate goals and enhance departmental performance.
  • Maintain supported hardware and software levels throughout the organization, introducing new technologies in harmony with Enterprise and Infrastructure Architecture.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain legal and regulatory compliance processes and procedures.
  • Ensure alignment of Data Center technology with Business Continuity requirements.
  • Promote innovative technology projects.
  • Foster a collaborative environment among engineering staff, promoting individual growth, teamwork, and respect for colleagues.
  • Nurture key partnerships across the organization.
  • Develop comprehensive knowledge of the business environment and objectives to facilitate cross-functional solutions that support our service consumers.
  • Manage budgets and ensure timely payment of invoices.
  • Oversee the hardware and software renewal process, ensuring adequate time for competitive bid evaluations.
  • Create work plans for Database Administration personnel:
    • Prioritize tasks and allocate resources effectively.
    • Track and monitor project progress.
    • Ensure deadlines are met, including those managed externally by third-party vendors.
  • Collaborate with the Product Development team, Quality Assurance team, and other company units, as well as external suppliers/consultants, to optimize delivery efficiency and establish a robust, high-performance, cost-effective, and reliable database platform.
  • Administer database personnel responsibilities, including:
    • Performance reviews.
    • Salary administration.
    • Professional development.
    • Hiring and termination procedures.
  • Develop and enforce corporate policies and procedures, encompassing:
    • Standards for maintenance and support.
    • Project management methodologies.
    • Performance management frameworks.
    • Security and legal/statutory requirements.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in related fields.
  • A minimum of 2-3 years of leadership experience.
  • Strong technical expertise in SQL Server database administration and HADR architecture, including Always On Availability Groups.
  • Experience managing SQL Server databases in Microsoft Azure IaaS and PaaS.
  • Proven ability to manage people, direct team functions, and lead projects/programs to success.
  • Excellent analytical skills, strong judgment, problem-solving abilities, and effective human relations skills to collaborate cross-functionally with staff and management at various levels.
  • Ability to resolve complex issues creatively and effectively using professional concepts and company objectives.
  • Capacity to function effectively in a complex environment through multitasking and establishing and communicating priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of writing proposals or papers, acting as a vendor liaison, making presentations to customers or client audiences, or working closely with upper management, acquired company personnel, and outsourced service providers.
  • Strong listening and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to solve problems quickly.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Postgraduate coursework in Computer Science or Business Administration is beneficial.
  • Experience with Agile ways of working (Kanban, Scrum).
  • Knowledge of SSRS, SSIS, Azure Data Factory.

The estimated salary range for this position is $114,000.00 - $151,000.00 per year.



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