SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

Jacobs Levy, located in Florham Park, NJ, is seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator. We are looking for a highly motivated and talented DBA to build and manage a best in class database platform for our quantitative investment applications. The candidate will be a database developer and also participate in other application development efforts.Responsibilities include:Manage database Disaster Recovery and High Availability for quantitative financial data, portfolio management, and trading databasesInstall and upgrade the SQL Server database instances in all environments including but not limited to development, QA and ProductionDesign and develop quantitative investment applications, system interfaces, databases, and reporting as required to deliver new systems functionalityPerform data analysis, SQL optimization, database tuning, and general database reliability analysisProactively monitor the database systems to ensure secure operations with minimum downtimeCollaborate with the development team throughout the system lifecycle, providing guidance on table design, index optimization, and SQL query best practicesResponsible for implementation and release of database changes as submitted by the development teamApply security patches in accordance with approved maintenance schedulesOversee data processing workflows and ensure proper monitoringRequirements include: Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related fieldProven 5+ years of SQL Server Database Administration experience5+ years of SQL development experience including package/procedure/trigger/scripting development in a multi-user production environmentAbility to understand requirements and create tables, views, stored procedures, functions and also support SQL deployment to multiple environmentsExperience with SQL Server High Availability configurations and disaster recoveryExperience in C or C++ is a significant plusFamiliarity with equity market data (S&P Global, Bloomberg, LSEG/Refinitiv, FactSet, etc.) is a strong plusWhen determining the actual base salary offered to successful candidates, various factors will be considered, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and qualifications for the role, as well as level of education attained, certifications, and other professional licenses held. The expected base salary for this position is $150,000-$200,000. In addition to base salary, benefits include discretionary bonus plans, health, dental and other wellness plans, contributions to profit-sharing and 401(k) plan, paid time off, and more.