Senior/Principal Database Architect/Administrator, Onsite
Kansas, USA
Listed on 2026-01-19
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IT/Tech
Database Administrator, Data Engineer, IT Consultant
About Sandia:
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting‑edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
- Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
- Extraordinary co‑workers
- Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
- Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten‑hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part‑time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
- Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World‑changing technologies. Life‑changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
* These benefits vary by job classification.
What Your Job Will Be Like:We are seeking an experienced IT Database Architect / Administrator (job title: Solutions Architect) to join our dynamic, multi‑disciplinary 24/7/365 Mission Support Operations Center team. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of our database systems. You will work closely with application developers, system architects, and other IT staff to ensure optimal database performance and reliability. This role requires a deep understanding of database technologies, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
In this position you will be supporting the daily operations of complex mission critical capabilities and providing cross‑discipline expertise and perspective to the entire IT team. Additionally, you will continually evaluate new technologies/approaches and make strategic design recommendations.
On any given day you may be called on to:
- Design, install, configure, and maintain database management systems (DBMS) such as Oracle, Cassandra, SQL Server, MySQL, or Postgre
SQL (or other similar technologies) - Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement performance tuning measures (Solar Winds, Splunk, and/or similar type technologies)
- Ensure data integrity, security, and availability through effective backup and recovery strategies
- Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and improve application performance
- Develop and maintain database documentation, including data models, schemas, and procedures
- Implement and manage database security policies and access controls
- Participate in capacity planning and database scaling efforts to accommodate growth
- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies related to database management
Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work 100% onsite in Livermore, CA.
This position requires willingness and ability to work in a 24/7/365 on‑call operational environment.
Salary Range:$135,700 - $270,900
* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.
Qualifications We Require:- 13 years of directly related experience; or Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline and 9 years of directly related experience; or Bachelor's degree in related discipline and 5 years of directly related experience. Equivalent experience in lieu of degree must be directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job
- Experience in database administration such as designing databases, performing database upgrades, or optimization techniques
- Experience with SQL (or equivalent) such as performance tuning and query optimization
- Ability to obtain and maintain CompTIA Security + certification
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q‑level and SCI‑level security clearance, which may require a polygraph…
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