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ShiftKey

Senior Database Administrator

Remote

About ShiftKey

ShiftKey is a platform that is disrupting the way healthcare facilities find licensed and certified professionals to fill available shifts. Leveraging marketplace dynamics and deep industry knowledge, the company is playing a vital role in mitigating America's healthcare staffing shortages, enabling direct connections between facilities and healthcare professionals. By offering the opportunity to work as much or as little as they choose and putting the power back into the hands of healthcare workers, ShiftKey is bringing more licensed professionals back into the workforce, a solution that is solving a major crisis in healthcare. For more information, visit www.ShiftKey.com.

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The role

As a Senior Database Administrator, you will design, implement, and maintain database systems to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement database solutions that meet business requirements and ensure data integrity. You will be a key player, providing technical expertise, mentoring junior administrators, and driving continuous improvement in database management practices.

Where you'll work

You must be located in the US to be considered for this position. You'll have the flexibility to choose between remote work (State permitting) or working from our office in Cleveland.

What you'll be doing

  • Managing databases (PostgreSQL) in Production/QA/Dev environments, including handling installations, configurations, upgrades, and schema changes.
  • Providing best practices on database design, availability, replication, security, auditing, and backup/recovery methodologies. You will be re-evaluating the infrastructure regularly for optimization opportunities.
  • Troubleshooting database issues to maintain system availability and scalability within production environments.
  • Performing capacity-planning exercises to identify the necessary hardware, software, and database configurations/architectures required to support application needs.
  • Supporting multiple Scrum teams to produce quality deliverables, meet deadlines, manage priorities effectively, and communicate progress.
  • Participating in an on-call rotation to respond to and resolve application issues, ensuring that production applications remain online.

What you'll need

  • 6+ years of experience managing complex production database systems, ideally for a large consumer-facing internet site.
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Information/Data Systems is preferred.
  • Understanding of database patching and upgrade strategies, and the ability to enforce standards using tools and automation.
  • Expertise in database server tuning, query optimization, replication strategies, storage engines, monitoring, capacity planning, backup, and high availability (HA) solutions.
  • Ability to develop procedures, processes, and conventions to standardize database operations.
  • Solid understanding of security administration and policies.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python for monitoring and custom automation.
  • Experience working with source code management tools like Git.
  • Familiarity with automated configuration management tools like Ansible and Terraform.
  • Experience with cloud-based systems or virtual environments, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with maintaining confidentiality and a willingness to operate in a HIPAA-compliant environment. Must be willing to learn how to design and follow procedures, as well as write documentation, to maintain compliance.

Perks of working for ShiftKey

  • Inclusive and collaborative work environment
  • " Subject to certain roles " office spaces making the hybrid work environment fun and engaging
  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage
  • Benefits effective as of the first day
  • Progressive PTO & Company-paid holidays with a broad selection of floating holidays to honor employees' diverse needs
  • 100% 401(k) employer match up to 6%
  • Paid parental leave
  • Investment in your wellness: access to mental health support

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Our Commitment to Diversity

ShiftKey is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to embracing diverse and individual perspectives shaping our culture and contributing to the solutions that transform the world. We actively work to create an inclusive environment for employees to thrive.

EEO Statement

ShiftKey does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. ShiftKey is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a mental or physical disability, please contact: accommodations@shiftkey.com

Job ID: ShiftKey-cfda5e95-2b6d-46f1-905a-2dfc85b91bb2
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program