At Crossing Hurdles, Database Administrators play a pivotal role in fortifying the data backbone that powers our diverse business services nationwide. As we scale operations to meet evolving market challenges, your expertise will ensure robust, high-availability database environments that support everything from customer analytics to operational reporting. This remote position demands precision and foresight in managing complex data ecosystems. Day-to-day, you'll engineer and deploy database schemas tailored to business workflows, conducting performance tuning on Oracle, MySQL, and PostgreSQL instances to slash query latencies by up to 40%. Collaborate with development teams to implement secure data migration pipelines during quarterly system upgrades, troubleshoot replication failures in real-time, and establish automated backup protocols compliant with federal data retention standards. Expect to lead vulnerability assessments using tools like DBMaestro, crafting disaster recovery strategies tested monthly to minimize downtime risks. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, backed by at least five years of hands-on DBA experience in multi-tenant environments. Proficiency in SQL scripting, index optimization, and ETL processes is essential, alongside familiarity with cloud databases such as AWS RDS and Azure SQL. Oracle OCP or Microsoft MCSA certifications will set you apart. Technical prowess in NoSQL platforms like MongoDB and Cassandra complements core relational skills, while analytical thinking and meticulous documentation habits prove invaluable. Strong communication enables effective partnership with cross-functional stakeholders, fostering proactive issue resolution in fast-paced settings. Crossing Hurdles cultivates a collaborative remote culture emphasizing work-life balance and continuous learning through virtual skill workshops and mentorship pairings. Teams thrive on shared goals, with ample room for career progression into senior architecture roles. We provide competitive compensation aligned with market rates, comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, and remote work stipends to support your professional setup.