Database Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

About Us :

Founded 20 years ago and headquartered in Chicago, the DV Group of financial services firms has grown to more than 600 people operating throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Since spinning out of a large brokerage firm in 2016, DV Trading has rapidly scaled as an independent proprietary trading firm utilizing its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets and hedging opportunities to commodity producers and users. Now, DV group affiliates include two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and a bourgeoning investment adviser.

Overview:

We are seeking a database operations engineer to support the health, performance, and reliability of our database environments. You'll work cross functionally with several data/technology teams across the firm, giving you real visibility into how data powers the business. In this role, you partner closely with senior members of the team, monitoring performance, supporting critical maintence and troubleshooting efforts through automation, documentation, performance tuning, and data migration/disaster recovery efforts. If you're looking to sharpen your skills, work alongside experienced database professionals, and grow into a more senior DBA role over time, this is the opportunity to do it!

Responsibilities:

• Monitor database health, performance, and availability
• Assist in performing routine database maintenance tasks, including backups, restores, and patching
• Help troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents
• Support the creation and maintenance of database documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures
• Assist with user access management, permissions, and basic security configurations
• Write and optimize basic SQL queries for data retrieval, reporting, and troubleshooting
• Participate in on-call rotation for database operations support (with senior backup)
• Collaborate with software engineers and analysts to support data needs across teams
• Help identify opportunities to automate repetitive operational tasks
• Learn and apply database performance tuning fundamentals (indexing, query optimization)
• Assist with data migration, replication, and disaster recovery testing efforts

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field — or equivalent practical experience
• Understanding of relational database concepts (tables, indexes, keys, normalization)
• Familiarity with SQL and writing queries
• Exposure to at least one database platform (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Good communication skills and eagerness to learn
• Basic understanding of Linux/Windows operating systems
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team
• Exposure to scripting languages (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
• Understanding of backup/recovery concepts
• Familiarity with monitoring tools
• Knowledge of version control (Git)

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus eligibility
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care Options
• Employer Paid Group Term Life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary LTD, Life & AD&D insurance
• Flexible Vacation policy
• Retirement plan with employer match

DV is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms. Only search firms with valid, written agreements with DV should submit resumes in response to DV's posted positions. All resumes submitted by search firms to DV via e-mail, the Internet, personal delivery, facsimile, or any other method without a valid written agreement shall be deemed the sole property of DV, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DV. DV is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The range below reflects the expected base salary for this position. It represents a good-faith estimate of the base pay we anticipate offering, with actual compensation determined by your experience, education, skills, and performance throughout the interview process. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus (at DV Trading's discretion) and DV Trading's benefits package, including the benefits listed above.

Base Salary Range

$120,000—$150,000 USD