Database Administrator

About the Role

As a Database Administrator at LNM1968, you'll manage SQL Server, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, and other database systems storing geospatial data, project information, and business data. You'll ensure performance, reliability, security, and implement backup/recovery procedures for mission-critical databases.

This role requires database expertise, understanding of spatial databases, and ability to optimize systems handling large geospatial datasets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage SQL Server and PostgreSQL/PostGIS databases
• Optimize database performance and query efficiency
• Implement backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Design database schemas for spatial data storage
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot issues
• Manage user permissions and security

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field
• 3+ years database administration experience
• Proficiency with SQL Server or PostgreSQL
• Strong SQL and database optimization skills
• Experience with backup and recovery procedures

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PostGIS and spatial databases
• Database certifications (Microsoft, Oracle)
• Cloud database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS)
• Scripting skills for automation (PowerShell, Python)