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Senior Cloud Database Administrator (DBA)

Durham, NC · On-site

$48 - $66.25/hr

... scalability of ACA's mission-critical database platforms. This is a hybrid role (2 days in the ... services. * Monitor database health, availability, capacity, and performance to identify issues ...

This role will focus on optimizing database performance, ensuring data security, and driving ... Ownership of services like AWS Aurora (Postgres RDS), AWS DocumentDB, AWS ElastiCache (Redis), AWS ...

Senior Database Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$108K - $147K/yr

... • Directing the creation of database parser and loading software • Designing and optimizing ... services. Founded in 2002, the company is headquartered in Annapolis Junction, USA, with a team of ...

Senior Sql Database Administrator

Cary, NC · On-site

$51 - $63.75/hr

The resource will serve as the primary SME for Nutanix Database Services (NDB) and will be ... Production Support / On-call Support Preferred Experience * 8+ years of SQL Server DBA experience

FedRAMP DBA

Itasca, IL · On-site +1

$49.50 - $67.25/hr

The Database Administrator (DBA) within the CCOE Database Services Team is responsible for the design, availability, performance, security, compliance, automation, and ongoing support of IFS cloud ...

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How much do director of database services jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of database services in the United States is $128,526.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,000.00 and $163,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of database services do?

A Director of Database Services oversees the strategy, design, implementation, and maintenance of an organization’s database systems. They lead teams responsible for database administration, security, and performance, ensuring data is accessible, reliable, and protected. This role also involves developing policies, setting standards for data management, and collaborating with other IT leaders to support business objectives. Directors of Database Services typically manage budgets, vendor relationships, and compliance with data regulations.

What are the key challenges a director of database services typically faces when managing large-scale database environments?

A Director of Database Services often encounters challenges such as ensuring high availability and performance across complex, distributed database systems, maintaining robust security and compliance standards, and managing rapid data growth. Balancing project deadlines with the need for thorough testing and disaster recovery planning is also common. The role requires close collaboration with IT, development, and business teams to align database strategies with organizational goals while leading and mentoring a team of database professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of database services, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Of Database Services, you need a deep understanding of database architecture, data management, and leadership, often supported by a degree in computer science and extensive experience in database administration. Familiarity with enterprise database platforms like Oracle, SQL Server, and cloud-based solutions, as well as certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or Oracle Certified Professional, is typical. Strong strategic planning, communication, and problem-solving skills set top candidates apart in leading teams and projects. These skills and qualifications ensure secure, efficient, and scalable data solutions that align with organizational goals.
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Infographic showing various Director Of Database Services job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,526 per year, or $61.8 per hour.

Oracle Database Services (Senior Technical Specialist)

West Advanced Technologies (WATI)

Sacramento, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Position: Oracle Database Services (Senior Technical Specialist)
Location: Sacramento, CA
Duration: 12 Months
Minimum Skills:
  • Ten (10) years of experience as a Database Administrator (DBA) on Oracle database version 11g or above to include hands-on with PeopleSoft (Financials and HCM).
  • Five (5) years of expert experience as a DBA supporting databases on Red Hat Linux 6.x or higher.
  • Five (5) years of expert experience writing Unix Shell scripts.
  • Five (5) years of experience supporting Oracle databases on ASM (Automatic Storage Management).
  • Five (5) years of experience with Oracle Real Application Clusters (RAC) database version 11.2.0.4 or higher.
  • Five (5) years of expert experience as a DBA supporting databases with a size of at least 10 TB
  • Five (5) years of experience writing documentation (standards, best practices, procedures).
  • Five (5) years of experience with Oracle 11.2.0.4 or higher:
  • Using Tuning Pack, Diagnostics Pack and Change Management Pack and/or Automatic workload Repository (AWR).
  • Writing and tuning PL/SQL objects.
  • Supporting Oracle databases that utilize the RMAN backups to disk or other mediums.
  • Supporting Oracle databases using replication/materialized views.
  • Supporting Oracle databases using triggers.
  • Implementing Oracle database auditing facilities.
  • Three (3) years of expert experience modifying proprietary Oracle ZFS API for cloning Oracle Databases and authoring original code for this purpose
  • Three (3) years of experience writing scripts interfacing Oracle ZFS storage appliance with ZFS cloned Oracle databases to automate usage by Oracle DBA's.

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