Database Administrator III
Core
Ensure reliability, security, and performance of SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases for AccuWeather's global weather data platforms.
Role type
Senior Database Administrator (SQL Server/PostgreSQL)
Builds
Production database environments, cloud migration projects, and disaster recovery systems
Domain
Weather data services, Cloud Infrastructure (Azure)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
SQL Server administration, PostgreSQL administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, high availability, security management, capacity planning, cloud migration, automation scripting (Python/PowerShell), mentoring
Preferred skills
Advanced replication topologies, CI/CD automation, Azure Data Factory, data governance practices
Technologies
SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Microsoft Azure, Python, PowerShell, Azure Data Factory
Responsibilities
Administer SQL Server and PostgreSQL databases end to end including performance tuning and query optimization; Design, implement, and test backup, replication, and disaster recovery procedures; Manage database security, roles, and access control; Monitor and plan for database capacity and resource allocation; Manage database version upgrades, patching, and configuration tuning; Perform routine maintenance and proactive health monitoring; Plan and execute database migrations to cloud environments; Optimize cloud costs and resource forecasting; Partner with engineering teams to establish database standards and improve operational practices; Mentor less experienced administrators and engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
