Database Administrator Job in Olathe, Kansas US

Database Administrator

Position Title: Database Administrator Department: IT Reports To: IT Manager Job Status: Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: Provide database administration and programming expertise for GARMIN?s growing information access requirements. Work with back-end database servers as well as provide client and cross-platform connectivity. Responsible for efficiently managing technology through the use of tools and scripting. Organizes, leads, and coordinates with other parts of IT to ensure components of overall system are managed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Analyze existing database systems and recommend improvements · Configure and administer Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle servers · Work with IT Manager to establish database security structures, SOX compliance · Create and maintain database access systems including tables, indexes, views, stored procedures, and triggers · Administer database replication between servers, across Local Area Network and Wide Area Network · Tune and optimize database objects · Provide 24x7 on call support · Demonstrates proficient use and knowledge of standards and procedures · Communicates in written and verbal form effectively in a large team or departmental setting · Applies Garmin?s Mission Statement and Quality Policy and exhibits enthusiasm for and a desire to see Garmin succeed OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: · May serve as a mentor to less experienced IT Administrators (Administrator 1) · Performs and plans minor version upgrades · Makes recommendations for component level improvements · Participates in roadmap planning for systems or applications · Applies appropriate levels of security where access is monitored · Perform other duties as necessary