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Axos Bank

Sr. Database Administrator

Overland Park, KS · On-site +1

$120K - $145K/yr

San Diego, CA Irvine, CA Los Angeles, CA Centennial, CO Las Vegas, NV Remote or Hybrid is not available. Responsibilities * Administer, monitor and maintain SQL Server databases * Perform performance ...

TERRACON

Application Administrator II

Olathe, KS · On-site +1

As an Application Administrator II, you will be a key contributor to our shared data platform, Datastore (DS), a SQL Server Database. Your primary responsibility is to research and resolve Production ...

Harris

Knowledge of SQL Server, SQL SSMS and writing SQL Queries. * Experience with data migrations, database tables/layouts and ability to write scripts to convert data from existing system to inHANCE ...

Harris

Knowledge of SQL Server, SQL SSMS and writing SQL Queries. * Experience with data migrations, database tables/layouts and ability to write scripts to convert data from existing system to inHANCE ...

Ascend Learning

Sr Data Scientist

Leawood, KS · On-site +1

You'll leverage a modern data stack (Snowflake, SQL Server, Tableau) and apply statistical modeling ... Remote within the United States HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME * Threat Detection & Behavioral Analysis:

Kiewit Corporation

Sr Integrations Engineer

Lenexa, KS · On-site +1

$97K - $131K/yr

... APIs, databases, and workflows. The Software Engineer will work closely with the Technical Lead ... SQL Server * Databricks * Snowflake * Internal business applications * Azure services * Assist in ...

Jake's Fireworks

Sage X3 Developer

Pittsburg, KS · On-site +1

Experience with SQL (SQL Server preferred) * Knowledge of web services, APIs, and integration ... Flexible work environment (remote/hybrid) How to Apply Apply directly through HireClick.com or ...

Gainwell Technologies

.NET C# Developer

Anthony, KS · Remote

$60K - $80K/yr

Database: Oracle, SQL server * Scripting: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery * Reporting: SSRS * OS ... Fully remote opportunity with the option to work anywhere within the United States * ONCALL: Must ...

Gainwell Technologies LLC

.NET C# Developer

Anthony, KS · Remote

$60K - $80K/yr

Database: Oracle, SQL server * Scripting: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery * Reporting: SSRS * OS ... Fully remote opportunity with the option to work anywhere within the United States * ONCALL: Must ...

PROLIM Global Corporation

IT Data Architect

Topeka, KS · On-site +1

SQL Database * Azure DevOps * Windows Server OS, functions/commands * SQL Management Studio * SQL (language) * Visual Studio Experience required: Eight (8) year's direct experience relative to the ...

Atria Group LLC

Oracle Solutions Consultant

Topeka, KS · On-site +1

$59.75 - $75.25/hr

Oracle Database 11g, JDeveloper 11g. Strong experience with Oracle SQL, distributed technologies ... servers. Experience in Oracle OID/OVD and OAM for authorization and authentication into Oracle e ...

Entrust Datacard

Troubleshoot advanced issues across servers, networks, TCP/IP, RS-232, Windows/Linux OS, databases ... Apply scripting and integration capabilities (PowerShell, Python, JavaScript, SQL, etc.) for ...

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Sr Database Administrator

Cox Communications, Inc.

Overland Park, KS • On-site, Remote

$121K - $203K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Cox Communications rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

18th of 97 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Information Technology

Job Profile

Database Sr Administrator

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option 

Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $121,800.00 - $203,000.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

The Senior Database Administrator will support multiple product teams across Dealer Solutions and play a key role in working on (managed and optimized enterprise database systems) cloud migration initiatives.
This role will be responsible for managing, optimizing, and re-architecting the current on-premises database environment. As a key technical enabler of the organization's cloud strategy, the Senior Database Administrator will first stabilize and remediate the existing database infrastructure, then design and execute a safe, phased migration to AWS.
This position bridges the gap between the current aging, monolithic on-premises database environment running on on-prem infrastructure and a future-state scalable, cost-efficient, cloud-native database platform.

  • Manage and support enterprise-scale Microsoft SQL Server environments, including databases in the 10+ terabyte range across development, QA, and production.
  • Lead and participate in SQL Server upgrades, version migrations, patching, and maintenance efforts with minimal disruption to business-critical applications.
  • Design, implement, and maintain high-availability and disaster recovery solutions, particularly Always On Availability Groups.
  • Monitor and optimize database performance, availability, and reliability, including tuning queries, indexes, and stored procedures.
  • Perform and validate database backup, recovery, and maintenance activities to ensure data integrity and operational continuity.
  • Advanced SQL Server administration options (trace flags, DB options, and query hints).
  • Develop automation using PowerShell, T-SQL, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code.
  • Support enterprise monitoring, alerting, and observability solutions tailored to SQL Server health, availability, and performance metrics.
  • Establish operational standards, runbooks, and incident response procedures.
  • Expertise in SQL Server replication across multiple databases; troubleshoot replication latency, distribution bottlenecks, and data consistency issues.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues related to performance, connectivity, storage, security, and application integration.
  • Contribute to the planning and execution of database migration and cloud transformation initiatives, with a focus on migrating to AWS (RDS for SQL Server, EC2-hosted SQL Server).
  • Implement database security best practices, including user access management, encryption, auditing, and compliance controls.
  • Create and maintain automation scripts, monitoring solutions, operational procedures, and technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with software engineering, DevOps, infrastructure, product, and security teams to support business-critical applications and modernization efforts.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 2 years' experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 8 years' experience in a related field.
  • Requires 2+ years of AWS database migration experience.
  • Requires 5+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server database platform in the 10+ terabyte range.
  • Strong hands-on experience with SQL Server replication, including troubleshooting latency and consistency issues.
  • Demonstrated experience with SQL Server upgrades, migrations, and patching across multiple environments.
  • Solid understanding of Windows Server administration as it relates to SQL Server hosting and configuration.
  • Proven experience with SQL Server clustering and high-availability solutions (e.g., failover clustering).


Preferred Qualification

  • Nice to have in Atlas MongoDB and PostgreSQL.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vets



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Cox Communications is the largest private telecom company in America, serving six million homes and businesses. That's a lot, but we also proudly serve our employees. Our benefits and our award-winning culture are just two of the things that make Cox a coveted place to work. If you're interested in bringing people closer through broadband, smart home tech and more, join Cox Communications today! Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark?

Industry

Media and telecom

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

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