Database Administrator I (Oracle)

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Database Administrator

A position under moderate supervision, responsible for troubleshooting, installing, configuring, and maintaining databases and applications in support of business requirements. Performs database installation and upgrades, including patching. Provides technical support during critical and non-critical business hours. Proactively identifies and automates the resolution to availability and performance failures throughout the environment. Creates and maintains technical reference documentation to be used in support and training of Information Technology (IT) personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support during critical and non-critical business hours on database systems. Is proactive and reactive for problem alerting, analysis, resolution, and follow-up to ensure database stability.
• Supports cross-functional project teams with sprint planning and execution as well as database support and maintenance activities. This includes database analysis and design, defect identification and remediation, database build and configuration tasks, incident response, and similar IT system support activities to help deliver solutions as required.
• Creates and maintains technical reference documentation to be used in support and training of IT personnel.
• Identifies and automates the resolution to database availability and performance failures throughout the environment.
• Deploys, configures, and supports mostly simple and occasionally moderately complex databases in physical, virtual, and cloud environments for use by internal and external applications.
• Performs database upgrades/patching as well as periodic health checks in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
• 4 years of experience in Database Administration.
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) - Preferred
• Problem Solving - Preferred
• Communication - Preferred
• Management - Preferred
• Mathematics - Preferred
• SQL (Programming Language) - Preferred
• Computer Science - Preferred
• Python (Programming Language) - Preferred
• Extract Transform Load (ETL) - Preferred
• Agile Methodology - Preferred
• Amazon Web Services - Preferred
• Database Administration - Preferred
• Automation - Preferred
• Software Engineering - Preferred
• Data Modeling - Preferred

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. We do not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the base pay range for this position is $76,700 - 120,600 per year. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

• Act with uncompromising integrity.
• Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
• Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
• Work in partnership and support each other.
• Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
• Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

• We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
• We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
• We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
• We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
• We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.

Not sure if you meet every requirement? At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us. Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.