Database Administrator IV

For more than three decades, Strategic Data Systems (SDS) has been a software consultancy firm specializing in strategy, technology, and business transformation for Fortune 100 companies, mid-sized firms, and startups. At SDS, we empower our development teams to address our clients' critical business challenges by leveraging cutting edge technologies. If you seek a workplace where your contributions are truly appreciated, then SDS is the company for you.

Join us today to work alongside fellow development specialists and become a crucial part of our dynamic and cohesive community.

Job Title: Database Administrator IV
Location: Cincinnati, OH (Downtown)
Years of Experience: 8-20
Contract Length: Thru 2026, possible extension

• ETL experience
• Python
• Very Strong Snowflake Experience
• Very Strong SQL

• Automation tools (DBT, Terraform, etc.)
• Knowledge of other cloud platforms (AWS) and their integration with Snowflake
• Scripting experience in Python or Shell for administrative tasks
• Snow Pro Certification (Core or Advanced)

• Analyze and optimize complex SQL queries and workloads to ensure efficient resource utilization and cost management.
• Monitor and tune Snowflake compute resources (warehouses) for optimal performance.
• Implement best practices for data modeling, partitioning, clustering, and indexing.

• Manage user roles, access controls, and data masking policies to ensure compliance with internal and external security standards.
• Collaborate with Info Sec and compliance teams to enforce data governance policies.
• Audit and monitor data access and usage patterns to detect anomalies and ensure data protection.

• Maintain clean and organized schemas, tables, and views across environments.
• Implement automated routines for purging obsolete data, archiving, and metadata management.
• Ensure consistency and reliability of data pipelines and integrations with Snowflake.

• Work closely with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to support data initiatives.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior DBAs and data team members.
• Stay current with Snowflake features, updates, and industry trends to continuously improve platform capabilities.

• Proven experience as a Snowflake DBA or in a similar role managing cloud-based data platforms.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and performance tuning techniques.
• Deep understanding of Snowflake architecture, including virtual warehouses, storage layers, and caching mechanisms.
• Experience with data security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with ETL/ELT tools and data integration frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

• Snow Pro Certification (Core or Advanced).
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., dbt, Terraform).
• Knowledge of other cloud platforms (AWS) and their integration with Snowflake.
• Scripting experience in Python or Shell for administrative tasks.

SDS, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Optional life and disability insurance provided
• 401(k) with a company match and optional profit sharing
• Paid vacation time
• Paid Bench time
• Training allowance offering
• You'll be eligible to earn referral bonuses!