Senior Database Administrator
Who we are…
Verra Mobility is a global leader in smart mobility. We develop technology-enabled solutions that help the world move safely and easily. We are fostering the development of safe cities, working with police departments and municipalities to install over 4,000 red-light, speed, and school bus stop arm safety cameras across North America. We are also creating smart roadways, serving the world's largest commercial fleets and rental car companies to manage tolling transactions and violations for over 8.5 million vehicles. And we are a leading provider of connected systems, processing nearly 165 million transactions each year across 50+ individual tolling authorities.
Position Overview:
The Senior Database Administrator (DBA) plays a critical role in designing, implementing, maintaining and optimizing the databases that support our corporate and municipal clients. This position operates under the guidance of the Database Manager and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable database solutions aligned with company initiatives. This role plays a key part in supporting enterprise data warehouse and business intelligence.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Administer, maintain, and support production and development databases across multiple environments, including SQL server and Oracle platforms.
- Administer, maintain, and support Azure database technologies.
- Monitor database performance, implement tuning strategies, and ensure high availability, clustering and disaster recovery readiness.
- Implement capacity planning, backup strategies, patching and system upgrades to support business growth.
- Collaborate with IT, application support and development teams to provide database solutions, troubleshoot issues and optimize data workflows.
- Document database configurations, procedures, and policies to support operational transparency and continuity.
- Enforce and adhere to security protocols while supporting SOX and SOC 2 audit evidence collection. Ensure timely and accurate documentation of access controls, user activity logs, change management records, and operational procedures in alignment with regulatory standards and internal compliance frameworks.
Qualifications:
- +7 years of experience in administering and supporting both SQL Server and Oracle database environments.
- Holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent combination of education, training, and hands-on experience.
- Extensive experience with on-premises SQL Server administration, including versions 2012, 2014, 2017, 2019, and 2022.
- Proficient in Azure database technologies, with practical knowledge of cloud-based deployment, scaling, and security.
- Skilled in basic Oracle database administration, including user management, release management, and routine maintenance tasks.
- Familiar with Oracle GoldenGate for data replication and synchronization across heterogeneous environments.
- Strong background in cloud database technologies, including migration, performance optimization, and cost management.
- Hands-on experience with incident management, monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Idera, Azure Monitor), and automation technologies to streamline operations.
- Proficient in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python, used for automation, reporting, and system integration.
- Hands-on experience supporting ETL processes (SSIS,RS,AS) along with Azure data factory, Power BI etc.
- Proficient in SDLC and release management.
Personal Skills and Attributes
- Capable to research and resolve issues with technologies outside of core competency.
- Strong technical and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with minimal supervision within a global staffing environment.
- Proven analytical/problem solving skills irrespective of database technology.
- Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to effectively communicate with technical staff (applications development and technical services) and management.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Willing to support operations in a 24X7 environment, ensuring uptime and responsiveness.
- Ability to learn new technologies/applications with minimal direction.
- Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Should demonstrate ability to lead and mentor team members.
- Must be located in Phoenix, AZ and be willing to commute into our Mesa, AZ office two days a week.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future and is only considering local Arizona talent.
Verra Mobility Values
An ideal candidate for this role naturally works in alignment with the Verra Mobility Core Values:
- Own It. We focus on high performance and drive toward breakthrough outcomes. Our employees ensure accountability, optimize and align work, focus on the customer, and cultivate innovation.
- Do What’s Right. We champion integrity and good character. Our team members model ethical behavior, demonstrate good judgment and are courageous.
- Lead with Grace. We express humility and compassion, and we are authentic and candid. Our employees demonstrate self-awareness, care for others, instill trust, and communicate effectively.
- Win Together. We believe in growing and inspiring people together. We seek people who collaborate, value differences, think and act globally, foster an engaging work environment, and recognize and develop others.
With your explicit consent which you provided as part of the application process, we will retain candidate personal data solely for the business purpose for which it was collected. In no event will we retain such data more than two (2) years following the closure of the recruitment process relating to the role for which you applied or in the event other related job opportunities arise within the company. Verra Mobility Applicant Privacy Notice
Verra Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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