At Jobgether, our Database Administrator plays a pivotal role in sustaining the backbone of our innovative job matching platform, which connects professionals across industries with tailored opportunities. This remote position, anchored in South Carolina, integrates into a lean, collaborative IT team of eight specialists focused on scaling operations amid rapid user expansion. The role stands out by emphasizing proactive database optimization for real-time analytics, directly influencing platform reliability for thousands of daily users. Day-to-day duties encompass monitoring and fine-tuning SQL Server and PostgreSQL instances to handle peak loads from job searches and applicant tracking. The successful candidate will design backup strategies incorporating automated failover mechanisms, conduct quarterly performance audits using tools like SolarWinds, and migrate legacy datasets to cloud-based solutions on AWS RDS. Collaboration with development teams involves scripting custom queries in Python for data extraction pipelines, troubleshooting replication issues across distributed systems, and integrating security patches to safeguard sensitive resume data. Ongoing projects include enhancing query optimization for AI-driven job recommendations and supporting BI dashboards that inform business decisions in our general business ecosystem. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, coupled with at least five years of hands-on experience administering enterprise databases. Proficiency in MySQL, Oracle, and NoSQL options like MongoDB is essential, alongside expertise in ETL processes via Talend or Informatica. Familiarity with South Carolina's data privacy regulations adds value, as does holding certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator or Oracle OCP. Proven track record in high-availability environments, with experience scripting in PowerShell or Bash, sets top applicants apart. Technical prowess extends to advanced indexing strategies, disaster recovery planning, and capacity forecasting using predictive analytics. Equally vital are sharp analytical thinking to diagnose bottlenecks swiftly, clear communication for cross-functional briefings, and adaptability in a fast-evolving tech landscape. The ideal professional demonstrates meticulous attention to detail when auditing logs and fosters innovation by proposing cost-saving infrastructure tweaks, all while thriving in independent remote workflows. Jobgether cultivates a vibrant culture rooted in Lowcountry innovation, where remote team members bond through virtual palmettos-and-pineapple happy hours and annual Charleston retreats. Dynamic interactions occur via Slack channels and bi-weekly standups, promoting knowledge sharing in a flat hierarchy that values individual contributions. Uniquely, our commitment to continuous learning shines through subsidized certification pursuits and hackathons tackling job market challenges, paving paths for advancement into senior architecture roles. Compensation features a robust package with base salary ranging from $105,000 to $135,000, calibrated to expertise and tied to performance incentives. Comprehensive health coverage includes dental, vision, and telehealth services, complemented by a 401(k) match up to 6%. Generous allotment of 25 PTO days escalates with tenure, alongside flexible remote stipends for home office setups and wellness reimbursements. Performance bonuses and stock options further reward contributions to platform scalability.