Remote Senior Database Administrator

Description:

• Trella Health is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to join their technology team.
• This position is remote-first, with a preference for candidates near regional hubs in Atlanta, Nashville, or Philadelphia.
• The Senior Database Administrator will be responsible for the full lifecycle of database administration for mission-critical systems, including designing, installing, configuring, and maintaining database systems in Snowflake and Postgres.
• Key responsibilities include leading performance tuning, index optimization, capacity planning initiatives, and ensuring a seamless flow of information by maintaining database operations.
• The role involves designing and implementing data security and integrity controls, identifying database requirements for applications, and optimizing database performance by evaluating new technologies.
• The administrator will support users and developers by resolving data-related technical issues and executing regular maintenance tasks.
• Additional duties include guiding long-term data architecture, governance, and compliance best practices, as well as developing and maintaining documentation for data standards and procedures.

Requirements:

• Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in database administration or a similar role.
• Experience in database backup, disaster recovery planning, performance optimization, and data security is required.
• Knowledge of database management systems such as MySQL, MariaDB, and Postgres is necessary, with experience in Snowflake strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for providing quick solutions to issues.
• Outstanding communication and collaboration skills are needed to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with cloud database technologies, such as Amazon RDS, is preferred, and knowledge of AWS Lake Formation is a plus.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience, is required.

Benefits:

• Trella Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits.
• Employees receive a competitive salary along with bonus plans.
• A 401k retirement savings plan is available for all employees.
• The company provides Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays.
• Flexible work hours are offered to support work-life harmonization.
• Employees have the opportunity to receive equity shares.
• Paid leave programs and a marketplace for discounted retail and entertainment are also included in the benefits package.