PostgreSQL DBA Role at Omaha, Nebraska - Mailing list pgsql-jobs

One of our client located in Omaha, Nebraska is seeking a Postgres DBA for a contract opportunity. If you or anyone you know is available, please send the resume for immediate consideration.

POSTGRES DBA at Omaha, Nebraska

* Knowledge of one program platform (Tandem, OS, Windows, Linux/UNIX) is required

* Knowledge of one or more of the following may be preferred: SQL fundamentals (e.g., Tandem SQL, Informix, FOCUS, IBM DB2, NT SQL Server, etc.), SQL Server 2008 Administration, performance optimization & tuning, ETL (SSIS), SSRS, experience with Oracle database systems

* Minimum 3 years using database management software (e.g., MySQL, etc.) to include design and management as well as replication and clustering experience preferred

Database Support - Provide a quality, high performance database processing environment by defining assigned database tables, queries, stored procedures, views, etc., coordinating physical

changes to computer databases in a timely manner while adhering to established departmental standards and procedures

* Assist with the tuning and performance of the database environment, determining optimum values for database attributes

* Monitor hardware resource utilization, recommending to management additional hardware necessary for forecasted levels, working with staff to maximize performance

On Call Support -

* Track all problems ensuring the quality and timely resolution of problems and the unique needs of every customer are exceeded

* Assist in minimizing on call support issues by having access to or keeping up to date on change control documentation

* Respond to 24-hour/7-day-per-week service needs as required

* Escalate to supervisor any situation outside the employee's control that could adversely impact the services provided

* Ensure disaster recovery and business procedures are appropriately utilized as established by management, documenting all problems and resolutions on a daily basis