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FNZ

Cloud Database Administrator

Toronto, ON

Support database builds and project delivery while working closely with developers to optimize performance. * Participate in a global on-call support roster to address critical issues and maintain ...

KeyData Cyber

CyberArk Support Engineer

Toronto, ON · Remote

Active Directory, Azure Active Directory / Entra ID, Windows, Unix/Linux, Databases, Mainframe ... Engineering, application support, or software development background. * Experience with on-premises ...

HR à la carte

Database Engineer

Toronto, ON · On-site

Support secure ingestion, normalization, and deduplication of large financial-industry datasets ... Database Engineer, Data Engineer, Database Developer, or similar role. * Strong PostgreSQL ...

TMX Group

Database Engineer

Toronto, ON · Hybrid

CA$110K - CA$120K/yr

We are seeking a Database Engineer to manage, support, and modernize our server-computing database infrastructure. In this role, you will champion a "Database as Code" philosophy, leveraging ...

ServiceNow

Staff Database Engineer

Toronto, ON · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The ideal candidate for this position is a software engineer with a strong background in database ... In this role you will support the infrastructure by learning the platform from end to end. What you ...

ServiceNow

Senior Database Engineer

Toronto, ON · On-site +1

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Mentor and collaborate with engineers across operations, support, and developmen * Strong ... database management and performance tuning * 5+ years of experience supporting or testing large ...

WilsonCTS

Cloud DevOps Engineer (Hybrid)

Ottawa, ON · Hybrid

CA$40 - CA$50/hr

... Engineer (Hybrid) Ottawa, ON | Hybrid (3 Days Onsite - Tue to Thu) Start Date: 12 months contract ... Integrate AI-driven insights into daily operations Platform & Database Support (Secondary)

Thales

  • Medical

  • PTO

... database of training videos for support review. * Work closely with our engineering and product ... management teams to communicate customer needs, issues, and trends to successfully use Thales ...

Proton

Senior Database Platform Engineer

Paris, ON

  • Medical

  • Retirement

... databases and influencing cross-company engineering standards Who You Are * 5+ years of hands-on ... Strong health coverage, solid retirement options, generous leave, and wellness support. * Stock ...

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How much do database support engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for database support engineer in Ontario is $87,169.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a database support engineer?

Database Support Engineers are IT professionals who specialize in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing databases for organizations. They ensure that databases operate efficiently, are secure, and are backed up properly to prevent data loss. Their responsibilities often include resolving technical issues, performing regular maintenance, and assisting users with database-related problems. These engineers play a crucial role in supporting business operations by ensuring data availability and integrity.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a database support engineer?

To thrive as a Database Support Engineer, you need expertise in database administration, SQL, and troubleshooting, usually supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with database systems like Oracle, MySQL, or Microsoft SQL Server, as well as certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) or Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, is highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help you excel in diagnosing and resolving issues efficiently. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining data integrity, minimizing downtime, and ensuring optimal performance of critical business databases.

What are the most common challenges faced by a database support engineer when managing multiple client environments?

As a Database Support Engineer, one of the main challenges is juggling multiple client environments, each with its own configurations, security requirements, and performance expectations. Troubleshooting issues can become complex, as the root cause often varies based on the unique setup of each environment. Effective communication and thorough documentation are essential to stay organized and ensure that solutions are tailored to each client’s needs. Additionally, proactively monitoring systems and staying updated on the latest database technologies can help mitigate potential issues before they impact clients.

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

AspectDatabase Support EngineerDatabase Administrator
Primary FocusProviding technical support, troubleshooting, and maintaining database systemsDesigning, implementing, and managing database structures and security
CertificationsSQL, Linux, cloud certifications often preferredOracle, Microsoft SQL Server certifications common
Work EnvironmentSupport teams, IT departments, often in 24/7 environmentsData centers, IT departments, often in office settings
ResponsibilitiesIssue resolution, performance monitoring, user supportDatabase design, backup, security, and optimization

While both roles involve working with databases, the Database Support Engineer primarily focuses on troubleshooting, support, and maintenance, whereas the Database Administrator handles database design, security, and overall management. Both roles require similar certifications and often work within the same industry environments, but their core responsibilities differ.

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Database Support Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Database Support Engineer job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,169 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

Senior Database Administrator

Canadian Nuclear Laboratories LTD

Chalk River, ON

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Are you looking for a new and challenging opportunity? We are looking for a Senior Database Administrator to design, develop and maintain CNL's database environments, monitor standards and procedures, and integrate systems through database design. Do you have experience providing database support for engineering analysis, business and scientific systems and ERP applications such as Oracle eBusiness Suite? If so, apply now! This role will be responsible for the deployment, troubleshooting and quality assurance of databases and database applications being deployed into the CNL Information Technology ecosystems.
What you will be doing!
  • Installing database servers / databases, database patches and database upgrades and applications on servers.
  • Performing routine administrative and maintenance tasks for the database environments/servers (e, g, backups and recovery, database refreshes, data fixes).
  • Monitoring development, test and production databases to identify and report any backups, performance, space usage and security issues and recommend solutions.
  • Maintaining the integrity and availability of the production database environments.
  • Completing incident tickets as related to performance and failures.
  • Providing first and second level database support.
  • Reviewing "Requests for Changes" to implement applications and database changes in the development, test, training and production environments.
  • Ensuring that the deployments follow the properly defined Deployment, Change Management and Quality Assurance processes.
  • Ensuring that applications or databases are deployed to development, test and production with proper licensing.
  • Working closely with all IT departments on projects to identify, evaluate and approve database requirements as needed.
  • Actively participating in a Project Team to identify the technical requirements and specifications for any new databases to be installed. This includes reviewing the project proposal and making recommendations on hardware, software and licensing.
  • Providing consultation and input into, database server sizing, database design and capacity planning for current and new databases and applications.
  • Assisting developers in optimizing code to reduce database impact
  • Other duties as assigned by your manager
What we are looking for:
  • Education
    • Completed post-secondary education in a related field: database administration, software development, computer science.
  • Experience
    • Experience building, supporting, and deploying databases in a number of environments.
    • Experience in troubleshooting database issues, performing database tuning and backups.
    • Experience testing database solutions and making recommendations for improvement.
    • Experience managing/monitoring Oracle EBS 12.2.X
    • Experience working with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • Ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments managing ever changing priorities
    • Ability to work within project teams with a variety of other technical resources
    • Comfortable to make recommendations on proposed solutions and test various scenarios to ensure solutions are robust
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills to persuade, influence or educate various audiences (e.g., Management or Executive level reporting/presentations, vendors, community stakeholders, business unit managers, project teams, etc)
    • Comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted database administration principles; database audit principles; database tuning and database backup principals
  • Security clearance Eligibility Required
    • Level 2 Secret which has a minimum requirement of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat "Standard on Security Screening" and the "Policy on Government Security".

Working Conditions:

  • Working schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.

Why CNL?

Does the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we're reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders-pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.

From building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation-we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.

What We Offer: A Total Rewards Package

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect as part of our team:

  • Paid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days
  • Benefits effective Day One - no waiting period
  • Tuition support to help you keep learning and growing
  • A defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your longterm financial security

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

  • Delivering clean energy for today and tomorrow
  • Restoring and protecting the environment
  • Contributing to the health of Canadians

If so, you'll feel right at home at CNL!

Location: Hybrid

Located in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife right at your doorstep. Surrounding communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke provide access to excellent recreation and a great quality of life.
Please note: This is a hybrid position, with a combination of remote work and onsite presence at our Chalk River Laboratory, Ontario.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!

We are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values:

  • Respect
  • Teamwork
  • Accountability
  • Safety
  • Integrity
  • Excellence

These values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.

CNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via jobs@cnl.ca. All requests will be handled with confidentiality.

CNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Metis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. We honour and respect the importance of the relationship between Indigenous peoples and their lands, waters and territories.

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