Senior Database Administrator
Plus500™, Itasca, IL, United States
Overview
Plus500 is looking for a full-time
Senior Database Administrator
to join the
Itasca, IL office .
Plus500 is a global multi-asset fintech group operating technology-based trading platforms. Plus500 offers customers a range of trading products, including Over-The-Counter ("OTC") and share dealing, as well as futures and options on futures in the US.
The Position We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator with proven expertise across both infrastructure and application database administration. This is a hands-on role supporting a high-availability financial trading platform.
Benefits Plus500US is committed to providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to all employees. We offer a robust benefits package, including a choice between an HMO or PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Plan, Dental, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance, with 99% of premiums covered by Plus500US.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered. Microsoft certifications (DP-300 or equivalent) are a plus.
Job Requirements
10–15 years of proven production database administration experience
Deep expertise in SQL Server architecture and internals
Solid knowledge of Always On Availability Groups and cluster architecture
Proficiency with performance tuning tools (execution plans, Query Store, Extended Events, DMVs)
Experience developing and testing backup and disaster recovery strategies
Familiarity with ETL and data movement processes
Basic knowledge of certificate management and encryption
Familiarity with Azure SQL and cloud platforms is an advantage
Job Responsibilities
Manage backups and test restores on a regular basis
Monitor database health and events (deadlocks, blocking, etc.); investigate and resolve issues
Monitor SQL Agent jobs and rectify failures
Optimize table and index structures
Utilize features like partitioning as replacements for SQL jobs that delete data
Establish encryption at rest and other requirements needed for SOC2 certification
Establish database change procedures for the engineering team (tables, stored procedures, etc.)
Establish and enforce database and stored procedure naming conventions
Create runbooks for database-related incident management
Be available for response during catastrophic events
Support future BI projects
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; composed under pressure
Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
Able to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent initiatives
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Senior Database Administrator
to join the
Itasca, IL office .
Plus500 is a global multi-asset fintech group operating technology-based trading platforms. Plus500 offers customers a range of trading products, including Over-The-Counter ("OTC") and share dealing, as well as futures and options on futures in the US.
The Position We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator with proven expertise across both infrastructure and application database administration. This is a hands-on role supporting a high-availability financial trading platform.
Benefits Plus500US is committed to providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to all employees. We offer a robust benefits package, including a choice between an HMO or PPO Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Plan, Dental, Short- and Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance, with 99% of premiums covered by Plus500US.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered. Microsoft certifications (DP-300 or equivalent) are a plus.
Job Requirements
10–15 years of proven production database administration experience
Deep expertise in SQL Server architecture and internals
Solid knowledge of Always On Availability Groups and cluster architecture
Proficiency with performance tuning tools (execution plans, Query Store, Extended Events, DMVs)
Experience developing and testing backup and disaster recovery strategies
Familiarity with ETL and data movement processes
Basic knowledge of certificate management and encryption
Familiarity with Azure SQL and cloud platforms is an advantage
Job Responsibilities
Manage backups and test restores on a regular basis
Monitor database health and events (deadlocks, blocking, etc.); investigate and resolve issues
Monitor SQL Agent jobs and rectify failures
Optimize table and index structures
Utilize features like partitioning as replacements for SQL jobs that delete data
Establish encryption at rest and other requirements needed for SOC2 certification
Establish database change procedures for the engineering team (tables, stored procedures, etc.)
Establish and enforce database and stored procedure naming conventions
Create runbooks for database-related incident management
Be available for response during catastrophic events
Support future BI projects
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; composed under pressure
Clear communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership
Able to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent initiatives
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