Database Administrator

The Database Administrator will be responsible for managing all aspects of database administration, including design, installation, configuration, upgrades, capacity planning, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and patch management to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing systems. This role requires the ability to work across multiple database management platforms such as Oracle, Postgre

SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and MySQL, supporting diverse environments and business needs. The ideal candidate will also bring extensive experience with cloud-based database solutions and have a strong track record of successfully migrating applications and data from legacy systems to modern cloud infrastructures while maintaining data integrity and minimizing downtime.

• Fully support, configure, maintain, and upgrade database environments on-premise and in the cloud
• Manage all database efforts including day-to-day workloads and large, high-impact projects
• Monitor and support Oracle Web Logic Middleware
• Develop and maintain standards and procedures for the DBA team and automate routine tasks
• Lead migration efforts of legacy on-prem databases to SaaS or IaaS options
• Responsible for application deployments, configurations, certificate management, analyzing error logs, tuning, and http server troubleshooting
• Performs database modifications as required to support system enhancements, implementations, maintenance, and data recovery
• Monitors database integrity in a proactive manner with respect to hardware corruption, software malfunctions, and user error
• Supports the AAR development staff in the areas of database design as it relates to reliability, resource utilization, practical operations, database environment, bug fixes, and interaction with vendor support
• Database backup and recovery
• Disaster recovery planning and testing
• Provide analysis for system updates
• Monitor environment performance
• Resolve problems reported by end users and remote admins
• Research and make recommendations on environment administration

• Strong interper
• Strong, recent database administration technical skills, knowledge and background
• Excellent knowledge of best practices around management, control, and monitoring of database infrastructure
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to describe complex, highly technical issues using simple, clear, and precise language
• Great at organizing, prioritizing, and multitasking
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Technical writing skills are required for database management documentation and procedures
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or 5+ years work experience in database administration and other related database technologies
• Travel to other AAR locations when needed.

• Holding credentials that demonstrates ability to perform a specific level of tasks related to database administration
• Able to review and make decisions regarding the software and hardware required to meet the organization's needs.
• Training users in the proper use of company computer technology.
• Troubleshoot database operation errors and slowness
• Experience working with RHEL and Windows environments
• The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a 10% bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Information Technology

United States-Illinois-Wood Dale

Full-time

Exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.