Sr. Database Administrator

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to join our team in Boise, ID. This role is best suited for an experienced professional with a strong background in administering enterprise-grade relational and cloud-native database platforms, with proven expertise in RDS MySQL and Snowflake , as well as the broader AWS services that support them — DMS, IAM , CloudWatch , networking, and infrastructure-as-code. You will be responsible for ensuring the performance, security, and integrity of database environments that support business-critical applications and analytics. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of overall database administration experience , including 5+ years of hands-on experience administering RDS MySQL and Snowflake environments , and thrives in an in-office, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Administer, monitor, and optimize RDS MySQL environments, ensuring performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. Own and evolve our Snowflake data platform, driving warehouse performance and cost efficiency while enforcing secure, least-privilege access through RBAC. Manage core AWS infrastructure supporting the data platform, including IAM and Secrets Manager for access and credentials, and infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation or Terraform) for provisioning Lead database migrations and replication using AWS Database Migration Service (DMS), along with version upgrades and capacity planning across cloud and on-premise platforms. Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages. Partner with cross-functional teams (data engineering, application development, security, compliance) to deliver secure, scalable database solutions. Monitor, troubleshoot, and tune database performance, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into database architecture and design decisions. Mentor junior and mid-level DBAs and provide technical leadership within the team. Required Qualifications 10+ years of total experience in database administration. 5+ years of hands‑on experience with RDS MySQL with strong focus on performance tuning and operational stability. 5+ years of hands‑on experience with Snowflake including compute optimization, cost management, and RBAC-based access control. Hands‑on experience with core AWS services – DMS, IAM, CloudWatch, Secrets Manager , and infrastructure-as-code (CloudFormation or Terraform) – supporting cloud database environments. Deep understanding of database internals, indexing strategies, execution plans, storage optimization, and workload management. Proven experience administering databases in cloud environments. Experience working with stakeholders on data strategy, governance, and compliance. Background in data governance frameworks (PII handling, access control, metadata management). Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills Experience with Amazon Redshift . Experience with Microsoft SQL Server . Familiarity with GitHub for CI/CD and version control. Familiarity with monitoring and observability platforms. EEO Statement ACA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ACA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. As an employer of California residents, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy rights. Any personal information you provide during the application process will be used solely for permitted internal purposes and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. By applying to this position, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in our Employee Privacy Notice . #J-18808-Ljbffr