Database Administrator

Wolfram Research, creator of Mathematica and Wolfram|Alpha, has an exciting opportunity available for a Database Administrator. The database team serves as the backbone supporting all the database systems needed to bring modern applications to market in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for learning and will thrive on finding newer solutions for existing database products.
This position will require the candidate to tackle all aspects of database administration across MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MS SQL Server. Come join us and be part of this great journey. As a Database Administrator, you will interact with application development and operations teams within the company to ensure high availability, stability, and reliability of the data stores.

• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve all database access and
  performance issues, and ensure business continuity
• Collaborate with application/database developers and operations/support staff to
  develop database architectures and policies and procedures
• Monitor, optimize, and allocate physical data storage and database system
  details, including stored procedures and execution times
• Respond to database-related alerts and escalations, and come up with strategic
  solutions to recurring problems
• Provide technical input on the setup and configuration of all database servers

• Two years experience with database administration and development of enterprise-level environments
  Solid understanding of database architecture
• In-depth knowledge of at least one of the following (multiple preferred):
  MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or No
  
  SQL databases
• Ability to detect and troubleshoot database-related CPU, memory, I/O, disk space, and other resource contention issues
• Understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices
• Knowledge of backups, restores, DB commands, and replication
• Knowledge of indexes, index management, integrity checks, and patching
• Knowledge of scripting languages like shell scripting, Perl, etc.
• Ability to work within a team environment
• Bachelors degree in computer science, computer engineering, or related field