DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR

Company: PDI Software
Location: Temple
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

PDI helps convenience store retailers and petroleum wholesale marketers worldwide thrive in a digital economy with enterprise management software. Over 1,200 customers operating more than 100,000 locations trust PDI to optimize their operations, whether they are a single site, multi-site, dealer or a franchise operator. PDI's enterprise software, wholesale and logistics management software solutions and retail back office systems have been designed around the evolving needs of customers for more than 35 years. We reimagine enterprise management to help our customers transform their business and deliver exceptional experiences. Backed by the investment of TA Associates and Genstar, PDI is embarking upon an aggressive expansion strategy through internal investment in development as well as intensive M&A activity. The result will be a broader, more powerful, international company that serves customers across the entire supply chain, from wholesalers, to retailers, and every stop in between.

Job Summary

The Database Administrator is responsible for both customer and internal database landscapes. This will include providing analysis, design, scheduling, construction, and delivery of solutions to meet the customer's and PDI's expectations.

Project Requirements

The Database Administrator will work with clients on assigned projects to identify solutions to technical problems and streamline processes. The Database Administrator will adhere to standard processes and procedures.

The Project Requirements Are

• Enter project notes in an assigned case in Salesforce
• Enter all billable and non-billable time in the time management system
• Use the time management system and designated intranet reports for time and budget management
• Communicate internally and externally with PDI associates and customers
• Execute and complete assigned projects within the time, scope and cost negotiated with the customer
  
  Responsibilities
  
  • Install and maintain database systems
  • Set and maintain database system standards
  • Manage database access
  • Develop processes for optimizing database security
  • Performance tuning of database systems
  • Install, upgrade, and manage database applications
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors
  • Recommend and implement emerging database technologies
  • Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards
  • Create automation for repeating database tasks
  • Available for on-call support as needed
    
    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    
    • Three plus years of experience in database administration, information technology, database architecture, or a related field
    • MCSE/MCSA certifications a plus
    • Experience with Linux and Windows Server environments
    • Extensive experience with database technologies; Microsoft SQL Server required, MySQL, PostgreSQL Oracle, MongoDB a plus
    • Experience with cloud services (AWS, Microsoft Azure) a plus
    • Strong command of SQL and SQL server tools
    • Advanced knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards
    • Understanding of relational and dimensional data modeling
    • PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills a plus
    • Familiarity with SSAS, SSIS, SSRS
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Impeccable attention to detail
      
      PDI's employee-oriented culture provides a supportive and dynamic work environment for high achievers. PDI seeks individuals who value continuous learning, hold high ethical standards, and are top performers in their respective fields. We offer competitive wages, professional development, superb culture, and a highly competitive benefits package. For more information about PDI, please visit our website at . PDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We verify employment eligibility for all new hires using e-Verify.

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