Database Administrator in San Diego, CA

Database Administrator Job Description

Database administrators design databases tailored to a company's needs and ensure they operate efficiently and securely. They bring a strong technical foundation in database configuration, installation and maintenance, as well as solid communication skills. They manage all database development phases from procurement to implementation and seek effective solutions for improving speed and performance. Employers generally require a bachelor's degree in a computer-related field and four or more years’ experience in database, production and on-call environments. Knowledge and experience in major relational database languages such as MySQL Database Administrator, Oracle DBA, Microsoft Certified Database Administrator and IBM DB2 are often required.

Typical database administrator duties:

Implementing the overall design, monitoring and optimizing of company databases

Planning the logical storage structure of the database and backup processes for servers and associated data

Monitoring and maintaining system health and security and the performance of the database during data access operations

Providing technical support and problem resolution

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Database

SQL Server

SQL

Oracle

Microsoft SQL Server

Backup Technologies

Workstatioin Support

Monitoring Tool

Production

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Salary for Database Administrator in San Diego, CA

108855 - 163898

25th percentile

108855

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

142988

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

163898

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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