[Hiring] SQL Server & Oracle Database Administrator @Newell Brands

Role Description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) and knowledge of Oracle Administration to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of hands-on experience in managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle environments. This role involves day-to-day database operations, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security of our critical data infrastructure. This position reports directly to the Lead Database Administrator and offers a significant opportunity for growth and mentorship.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• SQL Server Administration
  • Perform database maintenance activities including backups, restores, integrity checks, and index maintenance.
  • Monitor database health, performance, and capacity; troubleshoot alerts and incidents.
  • Support performance tuning by optimizing queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies.
  • Manage database security, user access, roles, and permissions.
  • Apply patches, service packs, and follow security and compliance standards.
  • Support database-related issues across development, testing, and production environments.
  • Participate in on-call support for critical database issues when required.
  • Maintain database documentation, operational procedures, and change management records.
  • Validate backup and disaster recovery processes to ensure data recoverability.
• Oracle Administration
  • Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Oracle databases.
  • Monitor and optimize database performance and SQL queries.
  • Manage backup and recovery using RMAN and Cohesity.
  • Perform schema export/import activities using Oracle Data Pump.
  • Administer database security, user roles, and access controls.
  • Perform database tuning, troubleshooting, and support ASM/Grid Infrastructure environments.
  • Support production, development, and testing databases.
  • Monitor storage utilization, capacity planning, and overall database health.
  • Coordinate with application teams on deployments and issue resolution.
  • Maintain accurate database documentation and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience as a SQL Server Database Administration
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2014/2016/2017+) and basic Oracle DBA (12c/19c) administration.
• Working knowledge of Linux/Unix environments.
• Proficient in T-SQL, database backups, restores, and recovery processes.
• Experience with performance monitoring, query optimization, and index tuning.
• Familiarity with SQL Server Agent and database automation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment.

Requirements

• Experience with SQL Server High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) solutions like Always On Availability Groups or Failover Cluster Instances.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automating DBA tasks.
• Experience with cloud database platforms (e.g., Azure SQL Database, AWS RDS).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Benefits

• Remote - Working hours – Monday to Friday, 7.5h between 9:00 - 17:00
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning – 17,000+ courses for your professional and personal development
• Bravo – our global recognition program where teammates can recognize each other and exceptional work is rewarded
• Employee Referral Program – an opportunity to get a bonus
• Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, Leadership