SQL DBA

SQL Database Administrator

This position will work in our Charlotte office every Tuesday. Candidates must reside in the Charlotte, NC area.

Retirement Clearinghouse was voted one of the top places to work by Charlotte Magazine in 2024, 2025 and 2026! When you join the team, you'll make a real difference and can learn, grow and make a positive impact every day. At Retirement Clearinghouse we are helping millions of Americans preserve their retirement savings. We use innovative technology and provide exceptional customer service to help participants make informed decisions about their retirement accounts without using high pressure sales pitches.

We are looking for an experienced SQL Database Administrator. The ideal candidate will:

• Handle technical requests submitted by end users of RCH products and systems.
• Act quickly to analyze available data and determine root cause of the technical issues.
• Install and configure SQL database setups
• Implement database schemas, tables, views, and data objects based on best practices and company design standards
• Know and adhere to Enterprise Query Standards
• Work closely with the application support specialists and development team to implement data changes following company change management policies
• Work closely with the application support team on quarterly releases.
• Review and modify queries that are flagged as potentially harmful to production for scalability, availability, and potential efficiency gains
• Perform the migration of changes through development life cycle which includes test, stage and UAT environments and deployment into the production environment.
• Review new SQL Server features, trace-flag changes, and operational changes prior to SQL version migration or upgrade.
• Optimize and tune SQL code using execution plans, system DMVs, and third-party tools
• Create, update, and maintain database system diagrams and operation documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions

Pay Range: 92k to 102k annually

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related field
• A minimum of 2 years of experience with MS SQL Server administration or combination of education and 2-4 years of relevant experience.
• High level of knowledge/Experience with T-SQL and PowerShell
• Experience evaluating SQL Queries using execution plans, DMVs, Profiler or Extended Events
• Experience working with SQL server Always ON Availability Groups
• Solid judgment, analytical and problem solution skills to identify and resolve matters of significance
• High level of knowledge and adherence to Enterprise Query Standards
• Experience with Data warehousing and Data warehousing tools is a plus
• Experience with WhereScape Red is a plus
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Solid judgment, analytical and problem solution skills to identify and resolve matters of significance
• Extreme attention to detail
• Superior organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and prioritize workload
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements and requests

Candidates will be tested on the applicable knowledge base for the position.

Retirement Clearinghouse is an EEO employer and participates in the E-Verify program. Pre-employment background checks, including drug screening, will be performed upon acceptance of offer of employment.

Top benefits or perks:

As a team member at Retirement Clearinghouse, you’ll enjoy:

• A culture that fosters a positive work life balance.
• Hybrid work opportunities.
• Competitive hourly rate with Bonus potential.
• 18 days of Paid Time Off per year, 5 sick days per year, 3 Floating Holidays per year (actual time off is prorated the first year and is based upon date of hire)
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance benefits on day 1 of employment
• 401k eligibility and 100% vesting with employer matching on day 1 of employment.
• Professional Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities

Training is provided to all new hires to help you achieve your goals and ensure your success! Upon successful completion of the onsite training, candidates will be permitted to work remotely on the same terms and conditions as other employees in the position. Employees who wish to work onsite may do so in our state-of-the-art office!

Location:

Retirement Clearinghouse is in the Ayrsley area located in Charlotte, NC, the second largest banking center in the United States.

Compensation details: 92000-102000 Yearly Salary

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