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Quick Overview:Start Date: Immediate openings availableCompensation: a competitive salaryCompany: WorkwarpPosition: Database Admin- REMOTE And 3RD SHIFTLocation: Remote  Job Title: Database Administrator and Shift Leader - 3rd Shift Position Location: Remote (Chicago preferred) Duration: PERM Comp: $100-120k Shift: Thurs-Sun 12am-8am CDT This job is for you if • You have a wide range of knowledge on both Unix and Windows platforms, preferably specializing in Oracle, with SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL a plus. • You re interested in a meaningful job at a growing technology company where you ll work with a variety of technology solutions and be appreciated for doing your job well. • You crave the opportunity to learn about a wide range of IT technologies • You want to join a culture that embraces dynamic individuals with a focus on innovation. • You are flexible and have a willingness to do what it takes to get the job done. • MUST BE WILLING TO WORK OVERNIGHT SHIFT (3rd SHIFT) • Desired, but not required: Prior experience with network devices, compute, and storage software and hardware. If no prior experience, must be willing to dive in and learn. A day in the life • Provide Shift Leadership for a team of US and offshore engineers, ensuring all high priority issues are: Validated, Communicated, Mitigated, Assigned for Resolution • Respond to Global Support Center tickets in a timely manner • Troubleshoot and triage tickets in queue • Follow documentation and handling instructions • Know when to escalate critical issues • Speak clearly and confidently with clients and internal staff • Work well in stressful situations • Drive innovation and continuous process improvement to perform more efficiently for our customers and company stakeholders. What we are looking for • Minimum of an Bachelors degree in a related field • 3-8 years in database administration with Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server. Other database technologies is a plus. • Familiarity with high-availability designs, including Oracle DataGuard and/or SQL Server AlwaysOn • Experience with backup solutions, including Oracle RMAN, and replication concepts, preferably Golden Gate • Understand Oracle RAC and ASM, Exadata experience is a plus • Ability to multi-task while maintaining high quality of deliverables • Experience working within Service Management toolsets a must • Monitor system health and performance • Performance troubleshooting and resolution • Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time • Experience working with Windows servers and Unix/Linux • Experience using vi editor • Flexible, team player, get-it-done personality • Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment Example of tasks to be performed • Providing process guidance and leadership to shift team • Adding space to an Oracle tablespace • Troubleshoot Oracle archiver issues • Resolve blocking locks, long running sessions, and/or deadlocks • Grant permissions and roles in Oracle • Troubleshoot database down issues • Escalate server down issues • Troubleshoot Linux/Unix/Windows resource issues • Monitor performance, provide resolution and/or articulate status to others Core Competencies • Effective communication skills both internally and externally • Highly organized and detail oriented • Broad technology background • Efficiently break down problems and quickly identify the correct course of action • Passion for learning new technologies • Flexibility and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done • ITIL knowledge What you ll get • A career with a company where you will be challenged, respected, and valued. • A career with a company that s invested in your personal development, will offer a solid compensation package, and provides a great team environment • The people here do their jobs well, care about one another, care about our customers and exercise good ethics and judgement • Our team members health and wellness is our priority as well as rewarding them for their hard work. Apply Job! Take the Next StepAre you ready for this challenge? Apply now and let's discuss how you can become a vital part of our success story. Apply tot his job