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RICEFW Technologies,Inc

SQL Developer DBA5

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$44.25 - $60.50/hr

THIS IS NOT A DBA POSITION WHERE THE RESOURCE IS DOING MAINTENANCE, UPGRADES, STORAGE ALLOCATION OR BACKUP. IT IS A DEVELOPER ROLE WHERE THE RESOURCE SPECIALIZES IN CODING AGAINST A SQL BACKEND ...

RICEFW Technologies,Inc

SQL Developer DBA5

Des Moines, IA

$44.25 - $60.50/hr

THIS IS NOT A DBA POSITION WHERE THE RESOURCE IS DOING MAINTENANCE, UPGRADES, STORAGE ALLOCATION OR BACKUP. IT IS A DEVELOPER ROLE WHERE THE RESOURCE SPECIALIZES IN CODING AGAINST A SQL BACKEND ...

Mobotrex LLC

Systems Administrator

Davenport, IA · On-site

... databases, and manufacturing and engineering software. The System Administrator ensures the ... reliability, security, performance, and availability of critical technology systems that support ...

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What does a DBA engineer do?

A Database Administrator Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and securing databases to ensure data integrity and performance. They often use tools like SQL and database management systems, and may monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and apply updates or backups as needed.

Will AI replace DBAs?

Database Administrator Engineers are responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing databases. While AI tools can assist with tasks like data analysis and automation, they are unlikely to fully replace DBAs, who provide critical oversight, troubleshooting, and strategic planning that require human expertise and judgment.

What is the difference between Database Administrator Engineer vs Database Developer?

AspectDatabase Administrator EngineerDatabase Developer
Primary RoleMaintains, secures, and optimizes databases for performance and reliabilityDesigns, develops, and implements database applications and queries
Skills & CertificationsDBA certifications (e.g., Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server), knowledge of database managementSQL, PL/SQL, database design, programming skills
Work EnvironmentDatabase environments, IT teams, system administrationDevelopment teams, software projects, application environments
Common UsageEnsuring database stability and securityCreating and optimizing database structures and queries

While both roles work closely with databases, the Database Administrator Engineer focuses on maintaining and securing existing databases, whereas the Database Developer primarily designs and develops new database solutions. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job focus within the database field.

Which DBA has the highest salary?

Senior Database Administrators with extensive experience, specialized skills in high-demand database systems like Oracle or SQL Server, and relevant certifications tend to have the highest salaries in the DBA field. Factors such as industry, location, and the complexity of the database environment also influence compensation levels.

Is DBA still in demand?

Database Administrator Engineers are still in demand due to the ongoing need for data management, security, and performance optimization in organizations. Skills in SQL, cloud platforms, and database tuning remain valuable, and demand is expected to grow as data-driven decision-making increases across industries.
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SQL Database Engineer

SQL Database Engineer

Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.

Fairfield, IA • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job SummaryKey Deliverables and Responsibilities

We're seeking a Database Engineer to join our Technology team. In this role, you will design, implement, and maintain high-performance, secure, and highly available database systems, including both Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments, supporting critical business applications.

  • Design, implement, and maintain relational database systems for performance, scalability, and reliability

  • Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and uptime

  • Architect and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions, including failover strategies

  • Configure and manage database replication technologies to support data distribution and system resilience

  • Perform core DBA functions including patching, database upgrades, environment cloning, and backup/monitoring processes

  • Analyze and troubleshoot performance issues across database and application layers

  • Partner with developers to support query optimization and performance tuning

  • Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to ensure systems align with business requirements

  • Support ongoing improvements to database architecture in a large-scale, complex environment

What We Are Looking For

  • 4+ years of experience in database engineering or administration

  • Strong expertise in:

    • Microsoft SQL Server (on-prem) database administration

    • Azure SQL Database / cloud-based database administration

    • High availability solutions (e.g., clustering, failover groups, availability groups)

    • Database replication (transactional, merge, or similar technologies)

    • Relational database design

    • T-SQL (including complex stored procedures and triggers)

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with:

    • SQL Server performance monitoring tools

    • Data migration and hybrid cloud environments

    • IIS and SharePoint environments

    • PostgreSQL (administration or development experience)

    • Test data management or synthetic data tools (e.g., Generative Data platforms, GenRocket)

  • Familiarity with cloud migrations and distributed systems

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Why Join Us

  • Work across on-prem and cloud (Azure) database platforms

  • Hands-on experience with high availability and replication at scale

  • Collaborative environment with strong cross-functional partnerships

  • Hybrid flexibility in Phoenix, Des Moines, or Fairfield

  • Opportunities for growth and advancement

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success.

  • Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insurance

  • Vacation/sick time

  • 401K retirement plan with company matching program

  • Eleven paid holidays

You can find more details about our comprehensive benefits packagehere.

Company Overview:

At Cambridge, our purpose is simple: to make a difference in the lives of our financial advisors, their clients, and our associates. Founded in 1981, we have 45 years of experience supporting independent financial advisors with industry-leading tools, compliance, and transition services. Guided by our corevalues-integrity, commitment, flexibility, andkindness-we put financial advisors first in every decision we make.

Cambridge is an internally controlled, growth-focused independent broker-dealer, ranked among the largest and fastest-growing firms in the industry. With home offices in Fairfield, Iowa, and Phoenix, Arizona, and a nationwide reach, our 900 associates maintain a 4:1 advisor-to-associate ratio to ensure personalized service.

Our community of over 4,000 producing financial advisors includes diverse business models-RIA, corporate RIA, hybrid, fee-only, and brokerage-and offers a broad selection of investment solutions with no proprietary products.

For further information about Cambridge, please visithttps://www.joincambridge.com/

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