Sr. Database Administrator

Company Overview

PCS Retirement, LLC, a subsidiary of FSG Parent L.P., is one of the nation's largest independent and conflict-free retirement solution providers in the industry. PCS provides recordkeeping services to 19,000 plans and 850,000 eligible participants representing more than $26 billion in assets under administration. PCS' comprehensive retirement solutions platform includes business development tools for financial advisors, a data-driven recordkeeping technology that supports all types of retirement plans [401(k), 403(b), 457, Cash Balance, Defined Benefit, Non-Qualified], individual retirement accounts (including payroll deduction IRAs), and health savings accounts. 

At PCS Retirement, we cultivate an environment built on trust, where every team member is empowered to take ownership and contribute to our shared vision. Through collaborative teamwork we foster growth, both personally and professionally, ensuring that together we exceed expectations and achieve remarkable success.  

To learn more, visit https://www.pcsretirement.com/

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our database systems. This role will be responsible for administering Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL, Oracle, Oracle OCI, cloud-based databases such as Azure SQL, Databricks, and Salesforce environments. The DBA will be essential in ensuring data integrity, performing daily backups and restores, implementing incremental backups, and periodically refreshing environments for optimal performance.

Job Responsibilities

Database Performance Optimization: 

• Monitor and optimize database performance, including query tuning and indexing. 
• Conduct regular audits and adjustments to ensure database performance.

Cloud Databases Management:

• Administer cloud-based database solutions like Azure SQL and Databricks, ensuring data security, scalability, and availability.

Automation:

• Implement automated backup, restore, and maintenance procedures where applicable to reduce manual intervention.

Collaboration and Support:

• Work closely with developers, network teams, and other IT staff to troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues.
• Provide guidance and support for development and testing environments.

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle databases, including high availability configurations and disaster recovery processes.
• Proficiency with cloud-based database technologies, particularly Azure SQL and Databricks.
• Experience with Salesforce databases and integration (knowledge of Salesforce or related tools is a plus).
• Familiarity with backup and recovery strategies, including incremental backups and full database restores.
• Solid knowledge of SQL and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, T-SQL, PL/SQL) for automation.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10+ years of experience as a Database Administrator in a production environment.
• Hands-on experience with database performance tuning, monitoring, and scaling in cloud environments.

Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills:

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues, including performance, integrity, and access issues.

Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate.
• Oracle Certified Professional.
• AWS or Google Cloud certifications (if applicable).

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills for collaboration with teams across the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to maintenance and troubleshooting.

Remote Work Information

For all virtual remote positions, in order to ensure employees can effectively perform their job duties with no distractions, we require an uninterrupted virtual work space and there is also an expectation of family care being in place during business hours. Additionally, there is an internet work speed requirement of 50 MBps or better for individual use. If more than one person is utilizing the same internet connection in the same household or building, then a stronger connection is required. If you are unsure of your internet speed, please check with your service provider. Please ensure that you are able to meet these expectations before applying.

Compensation Information

The average salary for this position is expected to be between $90,000 and $140,000/year however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We do not anticipate candidates to be paid at the top of the range however, from time to time, it may occur on a case-by-case basis. Other rewards and benefits may include: 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid-time off, etc. For more information, please visit pcsretirement.com/careers

Additional Information

As an employer, PCS believes our success depends on diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect among our team members. We want to look like our customers, and we recruit, develop, and retain the most hardworking people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to making all employment decisions based on business need, merit, capability, and equality of opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.