Senior Database Administrator, SQL
IT Database Svcs
Full Time
81717BR
Job Summary
The Senior Database Administrator, SQL (Sr. DBA, SQL) will be an integral member of the Database Services team within Platform Services. The Sr. DBA, SQL will partner with diverse and talented team members to help solve multidimensional information technology problems, improve customer experience, and generate value for campus stakeholders across a broad base of departments.
The Sr. DBA, SQL role involves planning databases, including schema definition, structure, long-range requirements, as well as developing documentation, data security measures, and operational guidelines and protection. The Senior Database Administrator ensures accuracy and completeness of data in master files and various support tools. The Sr. DBA, SQL may establish database management systems, standards, guidelines, and quality assurance methods for database deliverables. The Sr. DBA, SQL engages a broad range of customers, partners, and key university stakeholders to provide best-in-class database services.
The Senior Database Administrator, SQL will positively impact UCSF's operations and culture by ensuring UCSF's IT infrastructure is operable, secure, efficient, and effective in service of UCSF's academic mission. This team member will advance the UCSF's mission by delivering exceptional information technology services comprehensively and consistently across faculty, staff, and students. This role will execute UCSF's vision while modeling UCSF's culture and values.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $105,900 - $225,900 (Annual Rate).
Department Description
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is distinguished as a leading academic healthcare organization, home to groundbreaking discoveries, world-class education, and exceptional healthcare services. Infrastructure Services (IS) is the backbone of the technological infrastructure, assuring the technical services that enable the academic, medical, and research missions of the organization. Beyond a focus on maintaining systems and resolving issues, we are committed to nurturing the potential of our team members and empowering them to excel. UCSF Infrastructure Services provides 24x7 support to the University community, always upholding the highest level of responsiveness and reliability for our customers. IS values innovation and excellence in ensuring secure and efficient Information Technology (IT) services, regardless of the hour or complexity of the issue.
The Platform Services team within Infrastructure Services is committed to empowering the academic, medical, and research mission of UCSF by ensuring that all customers have seamless, secure, and accessible technological support. The team oversees the management and maintenance of various technology platforms, including systems, databases, and cloud services, to guarantee they are secure, readily available, and performing optimally. Platform Services handles the management of critical software, such as Epic, ensuring it supports the highest level of medical service delivery by operating at peak performance. The team also oversees data center operations, including server management, storage, and networking equipment, to ensure the reliable delivery of health services. Additionally, it manages enterprise databases, Oracle, SQL, and other defined databases with a focus on data security, availability, and top-tier performance.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of experience/training, in one or more of the following fields: computer science, engineering, computer information systems, etc.
- 5 to 7+ years of experience in information technology, database architecture, or software development.
- Microsoft SQL Certification
- Proven experience in two or more: MySQL, SQL, PostgreSQL, or other.
- Demonstrated successful experience in information technology, customer experience services, or higher education.
- Proven advanced skills in data modeling and translation of the model into a high-performance physical database design. Fluent in SQL optimization.
- Extensive experience with Linux/Unix and Windows System Administration. Demonstrated ability to execute PowerShell and Unix shell scripting.
- Demonstrated skills associated with adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with system problem identification and resolution.
- Ability to design and deliver effective training programs for a variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated database architecture experience creating a high-volume database for enterprise-grade solutions.
- Knowledge of virtualization techniques and technologies to facilitate the development of highly scalable, multi-tenant SaaS offerings.
- Ability to interpret, analyze, and apply pertinent service level agreements, policies, procedures, regulations, and other requirements.
- Strong customer service skills. Ability to triage and escalate to supervisors and/or other teams for resolution.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate technical information and ideas to a diverse community of colleagues and stakeholders.
- Ability to establish and advance positive working relationships and a strong rapport with team members, stakeholders, and customers.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to balance competing priorities and support concurrent projects.
- Strong demonstrated problem-solving skills; scopes solutions based on knowledge of available resources and timelines.
- Ability to ask questions, gather information, evaluate options, and make decisions with integrity.
- Experience participating in activities to advance an inclusive environment that values equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Strong ability to think creatively and propose innovative ideas, including the incorporation of new technologies or processes.
License/Certification
Microsoft SQL Certification
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
000597 DATABASE ADM 4
Job Category
Clinical Systems / IT Professionals
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Mission Center Building (SF)
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F, 8-hour shift. As required after hours, weekend, and escalation support
#J-18808-Ljbffr