Remote Database Systems Administrator

Introduction

We are seeking a highly skilled Remote Database Systems Administrator to manage and optimize our enterprise-level database ecosystems. This is an opportunity to become an integral part of a forward-thinking organization where innovation, data integrity, and system uptime are paramount. We’re looking for someone deeply invested in overseeing distributed data infrastructure, optimizing performance, and ensuring data security in a high-availability, work-from-anywhere environment. Offering a competitive annual salary of $119,000, this role promises both professional growth and long-term stability.

Key Responsibilities

Database Maintenance & Optimization

• Oversee and maintain all production, staging, and development database environments.
• Monitor system performance metrics and implement tuning strategies to optimize query execution time.
• Manage database replication, backup, and disaster recovery protocols for mission-critical systems.

Security and Compliance

• Enforce best practices in database access, encryption, and auditing.
• Coordinate efforts with cybersecurity stakeholders to uphold industry regulations and standards.
• Proactively identify and resolve vulnerabilities using real-time threat monitoring tools.

System Upgrades and Migrations

• Execute database version upgrades, patching schedules, and OS compatibility reviews.
• Lead seamless cloud-to-cloud and on-premises-to-cloud migrations using tools such as AWS Database Migration Service or Azure Database Migration Tools.

Automation and Monitoring

• Develop custom scripts to automate routine tasks like indexing, health checks, and integrity checks.
• Set up monitoring dashboards with platforms like Prometheus, Grafana, or SolarWinds for real-time performance insights.

Cross-Team Collaboration

• Partner effectively with developers, operations engineers, and data architects to align database design with application needs.
• Participate in sprint planning meetings and offer database-centric solutions to upcoming features.

Work Environment

This is a fully remote role where your workspace is wherever you are most productive. We believe in a results-driven environment, offering flexible hours and asynchronous collaboration across global time zones. Team members communicate using tools like Slack, Zoom, and Jira, with documentation centralized in Notion and Confluence. Our culture values trust, autonomy, and a proactive mindset.

Tools and Technologies You’ll Use

• Database Engines: PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MS SQL Server
• Cloud Platforms: AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, Google Cloud SQL
• Automation: Ansible, Terraform, Python scripting
• Monitoring & Logging: Datadog, ELK Stack, Grafana, CloudWatch
• Security: Vault, IAM policies, VPC and subnet design, SSL/TLS encryption

Qualifications

Must-Have Skills

• 5+ years of experience managing complex database infrastructures
• In-depth knowledge of SQL performance tuning and indexing strategies
• Experience in cloud-native database administration (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Familiarity with high-availability configurations and failover clustering
• Expertise in backup/recovery procedures and data archiving strategies

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to data warehousing platforms such as Snowflake or Redshift
• Experience working in a CI/CD environment with infrastructure-as-code
• Certification in cloud database services (e.g., AWS Certified Database – Specialty)

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and analytical in approach to system integrity
• Adaptive, with strong troubleshooting skills under pressure
• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills to support interdepartmental alignment

Performance Metrics

• 99.99% database uptime target
• Maximum query response time < 200ms for transactional systems
• Daily backup verification success rate: 100%
• SLA response time to incident tickets: under 15 minutes during business hours

Growth Opportunities

You’ll be positioned at the core of our technology operations with the potential to advance into leadership roles such as Database Architect, Site Reliability Engineer, or Cloud Infrastructure Lead. With a growing emphasis on AI-powered analytics and scalable data solutions, you’ll be a crucial part of pioneering future database technologies within our ecosystem. We support continuous learning and offer annual stipends for technical certifications, conference participation, and skill enhancement.

Why Join Us

• Work remotely with a global team of technologists
• Lead projects involving cutting-edge database technology and automation
• Thrive in a culture that values knowledge-sharing, autonomy, and ownership
• Be rewarded with competitive compensation and performance bonuses

Call to Action

Ready to design, protect, and optimize mission-critical databases from the comfort of your home office? Apply today to help shape the future of scalable, secure, and high-performing data infrastructure.