{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"aa3b9e7f8d3a88eb7045e376","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/aa3b9e7f8d3a88eb7045e376","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/aa3b9e7f8d3a88eb7045e376","title":"Senior Database Administrator","description":"Job Description:\nDXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. The world’s largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive new performance levels, competitiveness, and customer experience. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable database solutions (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar).\nPlan and execute database migrations across environments, including on-premises to AWS cloud (RDS/Aurora), version upgrades, and platform migrations with minimal downtime.\nLead database development, optimization, and automation initiatives to support infrastructure as code and modern DevOps practices.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define database requirements, implement best practices, and ensure data integrity and security.\nDevelop and maintain scripts and tools for database automation, monitoring, and performance tuning.\nProvide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.\nTroubleshoot complex database issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.\nParticipate in capacity planning, backup and recovery strategies, and disaster recovery planning.\nDocument database architectures, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and compliance.\nTechnical Skills & Competencies:\nStrong expertise in database administration and development with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar RDBMS platforms.\nProficient in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) and infrastructure as code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet).\nExperience with database migration strategies and tools, including schema migrations, data migrations, and cross-platform migrations.\nHands-on experience with AWS cloud database services, specifically Amazon RDS and Aurora, including provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and optimization.\nDeep understanding of database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.\nExperience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and DevOps methodologies.\nSolid knowledge of database security, backup, and recovery best practices.\nFamiliarity with cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is a plus.\nWork Experience:\n8-10 years of progressive experience in database development, administration, or technical leadership roles.\nDemonstrated hands-on experience in designing, developing, and automating database solutions in enterprise environments.\nProven track record of leading or mentoring technical teams in database-related projects.\nEducational Background:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.\nAchievements & Accomplishments:\nSuccessful delivery of complex database projects with measurable business impact.\nRecognition for process improvements, automation, or technical innovation in previous roles.\nJob-Specific Criteria:\nAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.\nCultural Fit & Soft Skills:\nProactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.\nStrong sense of ownership and accountability.\nCommitment to continuous learning and professional development.\nCollaborative mindset with a focus on knowledge sharing and team success.\nOverall Presentation Requirements:\nPlease submit a detailed resume highlighting relevant technical skills, project experience, and leadership roles.\nInclude specific examples of automation, infrastructure as code, and database optimization initiatives.\nReferences or case studies demonstrating past achievements are highly desirable.\nWork Environment:\nRemote\nMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.\nAt DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.\nIf you are an applicant from the United States, Guam, or Puerto Rico\nDXC Technology Company (DXC) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. View postings below .\nWe participate in E-Verify. In addition to the posters already identified, DXC provides access to prospective employees for the Federal Minimum Wage Poster, Federal Polygraph Protection Act Poster as well as any state or locality specific applicant posters . To access the postings in the link below, select your state to view all applicable federal, state and locality postings. Postings are available in English, and in Spanish, where required. View postings below.\nPostings Link\nDisability Accommodations\nIf you are an individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or a wounded warrior and you are unable or limited in your ability to access or use this site as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email .\nPlease note: DXC will respond only to requests for accommodations due to a disability.\nRecruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf.","company":"DXC Technology","rawCompany":"dxc technology","city":"Plano","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-13T12:10:32.896Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Database Administrator","description":"Job Description:\nDXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds. The world’s largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services across the Enterprise Technology Stack to drive new performance levels, competitiveness, and customer experience. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDesign, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable database solutions (PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar).\nPlan and execute database migrations across environments, including on-premises to AWS cloud (RDS/Aurora), version upgrades, and platform migrations with minimal downtime.\nLead database development, optimization, and automation initiatives to support infrastructure as code and modern DevOps practices.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to define database requirements, implement best practices, and ensure data integrity and security.\nDevelop and maintain scripts and tools for database automation, monitoring, and performance tuning.\nProvide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.\nTroubleshoot complex database issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.\nParticipate in capacity planning, backup and recovery strategies, and disaster recovery planning.\nDocument database architectures, processes, and procedures for knowledge sharing and compliance.\nTechnical Skills & Competencies:\nStrong expertise in database administration and development with PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, or similar RDBMS platforms.\nProficient in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) and infrastructure as code frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet).\nExperience with database migration strategies and tools, including schema migrations, data migrations, and cross-platform migrations.\nHands-on experience with AWS cloud database services, specifically Amazon RDS and Aurora, including provisioning, configuration, monitoring, and optimization.\nDeep understanding of database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.\nExperience with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems (e.g., Git), and DevOps methodologies.\nSolid knowledge of database security, backup, and recovery best practices.\nFamiliarity with cloud database services (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL) is a plus.\nWork Experience:\n8-10 years of progressive experience in database development, administration, or technical leadership roles.\nDemonstrated hands-on experience in designing, developing, and automating database solutions in enterprise environments.\nProven track record of leading or mentoring technical teams in database-related projects.\nEducational Background:\nBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.\nAchievements & Accomplishments:\nSuccessful delivery of complex database projects with measurable business impact.\nRecognition for process improvements, automation, or technical innovation in previous roles.\nJob-Specific Criteria:\nAbility to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.\nCultural Fit & Soft Skills:\nProactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities.\nStrong sense of ownership and accountability.\nCommitment to continuous learning and professional development.\nCollaborative mindset with a focus on knowledge sharing and team success.\nOverall Presentation Requirements:\nPlease submit a detailed resume highlighting relevant technical skills, project experience, and leadership roles.\nInclude specific examples of automation, infrastructure as code, and database optimization initiatives.\nReferences or case studies demonstrating past achievements are highly desirable.\nWork Environment:\nRemote\nMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.\nAt DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.\nIf you are an applicant from the United States, Guam, or Puerto Rico\nDXC Technology Company (DXC) is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. View postings below .\nWe participate in E-Verify. In addition to the posters already identified, DXC provides access to prospective employees for the Federal Minimum Wage Poster, Federal Polygraph Protection Act Poster as well as any state or locality specific applicant posters . To access the postings in the link below, select your state to view all applicable federal, state and locality postings. Postings are available in English, and in Spanish, where required. View postings below.\nPostings Link\nDisability Accommodations\nIf you are an individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or a wounded warrior and you are unable or limited in your ability to access or use this site as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting us via email .\nPlease note: DXC will respond only to requests for accommodations due to a disability.\nRecruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf.","datePosted":"2026-08-13T12:10:32.896Z","dateModified":"2026-08-13T12:10:32.896Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"DXC Technology","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Plano","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"aa3b9e7f8d3a88eb7045e376"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/aa3b9e7f8d3a88eb7045e376"}}