Section: Freelance job vacancies for programmers and web programmers
Specialization: Database Administrator
Available till: 2007-06-01
Wages: Negotiable
Contact info:
First, Last name: Adaptik Corporation
URL: http://www.adaptik.com
Full description:
Our Database Administrators establish the policies and procedures pertaining to database management, security, maintenance and utilization
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KEY JOB ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
* Responsible for database planning and development activities:
* Sets and monitors database standards
* Monitors database efficiency and helps define and implement improvements
* Evaluates database vendor products in light of company needs
* Interacts with end users to determine database software and hardware needs.
* Installs and maintains database software including Plans and executes updates and upgrades for the databases in all environments
* Confers with appropriate managers regarding problems with and capabilities of databases.
* Helps develop a long-range plan for database systems
* Ensures that databases support the appropriate systems and are properly maintained
* Communicates status of projects to senior management
* Advises managers on database concepts and functional capabilities
* Recommends systems changes to programming management
* Works as part of a database administration team and provide 7x24x365 support
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:
* 5 + years solid Oracle Experience, 10g is preferable
* 5 + experience in data management through the various stages of the development life cycle
* Good communication skills to interact with management, development teams and systems administration
* Good problem-solving skills
* Familiarity with MS SQL Server and DB2 is a plus
* Familiarity with Oracle 10g RAC is a plus
* Familiarity with Load Test Tools is a plus
* Familiarity with Linux, Unix and AIX is a plus
* Team player and also be able to work with customers
* Be part of a high energy team focused on full life-cycle development
* Proven ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines
* Flexibility in working hours (will require some night and/or weekend support)
* Bachelors Degree required
Please send your resume and a one page cover letter to jobs@adaptik.com that includes:
* Position for which you are applying
* Brief answers to the following questions:
1. How does this position align with your overall career goals?
2. Describe a situation where you have contributed to a previous or current employer in a way that was outside your immediate role.
3. Describe your approach to managing a deadline
4. Describe any experience that you have had with an enterprise release.
5. Describe how you keep current with new technologies and approaches.
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