Junior Database Administrator

Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION | Junior Database Administrator (South America based) — Contractual
Position Summary
The Junior Database Administrator (DBA) supports the design, maintenance, and performance of Connected Manufacturing's databases.
This entry-level role focuses on assisting with day-to-day administration tasks, monitoring systems, and troubleshooting under the guidance of senior team members.
The ideal candidate has foundational SQL knowledge, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn advanced database administration practices.
The Junior Database Administrator shall take ownership to research, diagnose, troubleshoot, and identify solutions to resolve MS SQL Database issues.
The Database Administrator will be a part of the team that provides operational support, maintenance, and administration for internal and external customers of Connected Manufacturing.
General Accountability & Key Responsibilities
Assist with monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing SQL Server databases and SQL Agent jobs
Perform backups, integrity checks, and manage indexes
Support database performance tuning and basic troubleshooting
Help troubleshoot basic database performance issues and escalate complex problems
Execute routine maintenance tasks such as index optimization and integrity checks
Respond to incidents and service requests related to SQL databases
Assist in creating and maintaining technical documentation, especially as it relates to configurations, processes and procedures
Work with developers to ensure efficient SQL queries and structures
Participate in deployments, updates, and database migrations
Support data security and backup/restore practices
Ensure data accuracy and consistency in alignment with company standards
Collaborate with other technical teams to ensure data availability and integrity
Other duties as assigned on a project basis
Certifications / Training
Seabrook introduction to MES (optional)
Designer Best Practices
Azure or AWS Fundamentals
SQL Server Fundamentals
Experience / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
0–2 years of experience in database support, administration, or related IT role
Basic understanding of SQL queries and relational database concepts
Familiarity with Windows Server environments
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Willingness to learn and grow technical expertise
Fully remote position: must be able to work remotely full-time
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
Exposure to Microsoft SQL Server (2016 or newer), SSMS, or Azure SQL
Basic knowledge of backup and recovery processes
Familiarity with cloud database platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Internship or project experience related to database administration
Skills and Abilities
Experience in AWS RDS, ECS and Azure SQL Database, VM, Managed Instance
SQL Database Administration (2016/2019/2022), upgrades, and migrations
SSRS and SSIS
Troubleshooting database performance and integrity issues
Performance tuning and query optimization
SQL Maintenance plans (Backups, Integrity checks, etc.)
Index Management
DBCC Commands, clustering, mirroring/replication, and AlwaysOn configuration
Data Warehousing
Experience in SQL Development – ability to write and troubleshoot SQL code and design (Stored Procedures, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints)
Sound knowledge of Windows Server OS
Experience
0-2 years of experience in Database Administration, upgrades and migrations
Strongly desired: Experience with Medical Device or Regulated Industry
Education
B.S. in Information Science, or Associates (A.A.) degree in computer science, or related field (or the equivalent experience) plus a minimum of one-year related experience.
Disclaimer
This job description in no way states or implies these are the only duties to be performed.
Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other duties requested.
The description may be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Connected Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer.
We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our projects, the diverse consumers we represent, and the global communities in which we work and call home.
Salary
Salary Range (Will be based on qualifications and on geographical location).
Notes
References to external job portals or footers have been removed to maintain clarity of the job description.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Information Technology
Industries: Internet Publishing
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