Senior Database Administrator Job at Samsung SDS America, Ridgefield Park, NJ

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  • Samsung SDS America
  • Ridgefield Park, NJ

Job Description

Samsung SDS America (SDSA), the IT and innovation hub of Samsung, delivers innovative cloud, AI, digital logistics, cybersecurity, and enterprise solutions to transform the way businesses work and operate. We serve Fortune 500 companies across industries and are driving digital transformation with cutting-edge technologies and trusted services.

Position Summary:

Samsung SDS America seeking an experienced Senior Database Systems Administrator to lead the administration, optimization, and expansion of our relational database environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL and Oracle, a strong background in Linux and scripting, and hands-on experience building and operating highly available, high-performance database clusters both on-premises and in the public cloud.

Responsibilities:

  • Database Administration & Operations
    • Architect, deploy, and maintain SQL Server and Oracle databases
    • Lead PostgreSQL administration efforts: installation, patching, replication, and performance tuning
    • Implement and manage high-availability (RAC, Data Guard, ASM, Always On) and disaster recovery solutions
    • Disaster recovery planning and execution (DR drills, RTO/RPO analysis)
  • Performance & Capacity Management
    • Conduct regular query tuning, capacity planning, and proactive health checks
    • Develop proactive alerting and self-healing mechanisms using monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Oracle Enterprise Manager, AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor)
  • Cloud Infrastructure & Automation
    • Design and operate database deployments in AWS or Azure (RDS/Aurora, EC2, EKS/AKS)
    • Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates) for repeatable, compliant provisioning
  • Scripting & Tooling
    • Automate routine tasks and deployments using Bash, Python, or PowerShell
    • Integrate database workflows into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
  • Security & Compliance
    • Enforce database security best practices: access controls, encryption (TDE), auditing, and vulnerability scanning
    • Collaborate with Security and Compliance teams to meet SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA requirements
  • Leadership & Collaboration
    • Mentor junior DBAs, define operational standards and runbooks
    • Communicate database health, project status, and risks to technical and non-technical stakeholders
    • Partner with cross-functional teams on schema design, data migration, and performance tuning initiatives

Requirements

  • 8+ years managing enterprise-scale database environments
  • Core Technologies:
    • SQL & Oracle: Expert-level administration, backup/restore, replication, RAC, Data Guard
    • Linux Administration: RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu, file system tuning, kernel parameters
  • Highly Available Systems: Proven track record with high-performance, 24×7 database clusters
  • Scripting: Proficiency in Bash and one higher-level language (Python, Perl, or PowerShell)
  • Communication: Ability to convey complex technical details to an executive and non-technical audience
  • Team Leadership: Experience mentoring DBAs and driving process improvements

Preferred Skills

  • PostgreSQL: Hands-on administration (logical/physical replication, partitioning, extensions)
  • Public Cloud: Operational experience with AWS RDS/Aurora or Azure SQL/VM deployments
  • Infrastructure-as-Code: Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager
  • CI/CD & DevOps: Database change management with Flyway, Liquibase, or similar tools
  • Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus/Grafana, Oracle Enterprise Manager, Cloud-native monitoring
  • Performance schema and in-depth query optimization (e.g., Oracle AWR, SQL Server DMVs)
  • Experience with NoSQL/NewSQL platforms (MongoDB, Cassandra, CockroachDB)
  • Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for database workloads
  • Data modeling and ETL (SSIS, AWS Glue, Apache Airflow)

Benefits

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a fast-growing cloud business backed by Samsung’s global reach and reputation.
  • Work with innovative technologies and a collaborative, globally connected team.
  • Help shape the future of cloud managed services for some of the world’s leading enterprises.
  • Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Samsung SDSA offers a comprehensive suite of programs to support our employees:

  • Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
  • Wellness program
  • Parental leave
  • 401K match and savings plan
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time off
  • Additional benefits

Samsung SDS America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process for candidates with disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation, please send your request to the recruiter.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Flexible hours,

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