Oracle Database Administrator (hybrid)

We’re seeking an experienced Oracle Database Administrator to join our team. Do you appreciate a company culture that is open, fast-paced and dynamic? Are you longing for quality and value-driven work, while maintaining true work-life balance? If you answered “YES,” then you may be the person we’re seeking!

What you'll be doing...

Our software development team builds secure end-to-end solutions. We’re searching for a talented and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team. You’ll be part of a small, close-knit team that ensures the smooth operation, security and performance of our mission critical databases. Come join a supportive team that offers professional growth, values work/life balance and provides an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing health of our vital data infrastructure.

In this role you will: 

• Oracle database administration including installation, configuration and maintenance.
• Manage database backup and recovery procedures ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Create & manage user accounts, define access controls and adhere to security best practices.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and bottlenecks and implement optimization techniques.
• Collaborate with developers to optimize queries and enhance database performance.
• Maintain understanding of clustering technologies and data encryption.
• Create knowledge base of topics such as backup/restore procedures, performance tuning and security best practices.
• Participate in knowledge transfer and document best practices, procedures and solutions.

Who you are...

• Educated. Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or similar preferred
• Experienced. 6+ years Oracle DBA experience in a production environment
• Knowledgeable. DB admin, BU/Restore, security, performance optimization, data encryption and PL/SQL  
• Team Player. Able to work independently and as a productive and contributing team member
• Meticulous. Analytical with problem solving skills to troubleshoot issues and identify root causes
• Service Minded. You deliver customer support like you expect to receive it; with excellence

Who we are...

Northwest Administrators, Inc. is an industry leader in third-party administration of employee benefits. We administer one of the largest multi-employer pension plans in the country, along with numerous large health and welfare plans. As part of our team, you will benefit from many training and development opportunities and can expect a better-than-market benefits package. See what our associates are saying about us at Northwest Administrators Inc. | Careers (nwadmin.com)

If hired, you can expect...

• Salary range of $11,000 - $15,000 per month (dependent upon experience & qualifications)
• Excellent Medical, Dental (w/Ortho), Vision, Rx benefits, disability, life insurance
• Optional benefits include health flex spending & dependent care assistance plans, pet insurance
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer base contribution and match
• Paid vacation (10 days), sick leave (10 days) and holidays (10 days)
• Collaborative team environment
• Work-life balance