McKesson

Senior Database Administrator

McKesson

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Remote • Ohio, Texas • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $109,900 - $183,100 per year

Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

AnsibleAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesLinuxOraclePostgresPythonShell ScriptingTerraformUnix

About the role

  • Administer and optimize Oracle and PostgreSQL databases across on-prem and cloud (Azure) environments
  • Manage and maintain Azure PostgreSQL environments
  • Implement schema changes, backup/recovery strategies, and security protocols
  • Perform performance tuning, query optimization, and capacity planning
  • Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans
  • Document configurations, changes, and procedures
  • Evaluate and integrate new database tools and technologies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support applications such as Core Hub, Hub Connect, and Copay

Requirements

  • Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
  • Oracle DBA (OCP) certification preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in database administration
  • 5+ years managing large-scale Oracle and PostgreSQL environments (cloud and on-prem)
  • Strong proficiency in Linux/Unix system administration and shell scripting
  • Proven experience with Azure PostgreSQL
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Ansible, Terraform, Docker
  • Scripting in Python or Bash
  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Paid time off
  • Annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard skills
OraclePostgreSQLdatabase administrationperformance tuningquery optimizationbackup/recovery strategiesdisaster recoverybusiness continuityscripting in Pythonscripting in Bash
Certifications
Oracle DBA (OCP)Bachelor’s degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s degree in Information Systems