CDM Smith - Senior Cloud Database Administrator

: CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be part of the Development group, helping design and implement cloud-based solutions facilitating CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring that software development and operations teams work collaboratively. An ideal candidate will be a critical thinker, proactive, and highly interested in the application of new technologies and methods. Key responsibilities : - Take ownership of projects and work independently in a collaborative environment. - Engage in project workshops, collaborating with stakeholders and software developers to design database schemas and data models. - Establish security measures for safeguarding private data, including encryption and access controls, and conduct routine database audits. - Consistently monitor database performance and identify bottlenecks. - Develop and oversee a strategy for disaster recovery (DRM) to prevent data loss. - Implement data governance procedures and ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or HIPAA. - Manage and maintain databases, conduct routine maintenance, and ensure data availability and integrity. - Collaborate with data analysts to provide well-structured data and insights for business intelligence. - Support Azure SQL, NoSQL, and other database needs. - Utilize programming skills such as SQL, Python, and PowerShell to interact with databases and incorporate them into applications. - Conduct continuous R&D to provide the team with innovative database features and capabilities. Skills and Abilities : - Extensive DBA expertise in large-scale SQL Server settings, including Azure managed instance databases. - Proficient in high- and low-level design (HLD and LLD), including ER diagrams, data models, and data pipeline flow. - Proficient in database design, managing high-volume Azure SQL configurations, and performance optimization. - Experience managing data warehouses, data lakes, and Databricks. - Knowledge of Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) and Recovery Time Objectives (RTO). - Proficiency with SQL, Python, PowerShell, and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Azure DevOps). - Strong understanding of database security best practices and Azure cloud infrastructure. Minimum Qualifications : - Bachelor's degree. - 5 years of related experience. - Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree. Preferred Qualifications : - Azure certifications (DP-300/DP-900). - Bachelor's degree in software development, Engineering, or related industry.