{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ebed4d76cb270ea0525d282a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ebed4d76cb270ea0525d282a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ebed4d76cb270ea0525d282a","title":"Database Administrator II (SQL DBA) - REMOTE","description":"Join the People Helping People\nVelera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.\nThe Opportunity:\nThe Database Administrator II (SQL DBA) will be responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and securing our databases. This role involves managing databases and mentoring of junior team members.\nDay in the Life:\nWill work on the installation, configuration, and upgrading of databases.\nPerform routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery operations.\nMonitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance.\nWork with senior administrators to fine-tune database parameters and queries.\nApply patches, updates, and upgrades to databases in a timely manner.\nImplement and maintain database security measures to protect data integrity and confidentiality.\nAssist in setting up user accounts, roles, and permissions.\nPerform regular database backups and ensure that backup and recovery procedures are in place and effective.\nAssist in disaster recovery planning and execution.\nMaintain accurate documentation of database configurations, procedures, and changes.\nCreate and update operational manuals and troubleshooting guides.\nProvide technical support for database-related issues.\nWork with development and application teams to resolve database issues and improve system performance.\nParticipate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours and weekend support.\nWork closely with other IT staff, including developers, system administrators, and network engineers, to ensure seamless integration and operation of database systems.\nStay current with new database technologies and best practices.\nParticipate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.\nRelevant SQL DBA certifications are a plus.\n3+ years of experience as an MS SQL Database Administrator\nCompetent with SQL coding and troubleshooting\nExperience with on-prem and Azure SQL\nExperience with Rubrik is a plus, but not required\nExperience with SQL Sentry is a plus, but not required\nAbility to work in an on-call rotation\n#LI-LM1\n\nAbout Velera\nAt Velera, inclusion isn’t an initiative – it’s how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Velera.\nPay Equity\n$75,800.00 - $96,700.00\nActual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.\nGreat Work/Life Benefits!\nCompetitive wages\nMedical with telemedicine\nDental and Vision\nBasic and Optional Life Insurance\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nMaternity, Parental, Family Care\nCommunity Volunteer Time Off\n12 Paid Holidays\nCompany Paid Disability Insurance\n401k (with employer match)\nHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nSupplemental Insurance\nMental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)\nTuition Reimbursement\nWellness program\nBenefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following \"EEO is the Law\" Poster . Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.\nVelera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here .\nThis role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.\nAs an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance.","company":"Velera","rawCompany":"velera","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":true,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T15:56:34.686Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Database Administrator II (SQL DBA) - REMOTE","description":"Join the People Helping People\nVelera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. 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This role involves managing databases and mentoring of junior team members.\nDay in the Life:\nWill work on the installation, configuration, and upgrading of databases.\nPerform routine database maintenance tasks such as backups, restores, and recovery operations.\nMonitor database performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal performance.\nWork with senior administrators to fine-tune database parameters and queries.\nApply patches, updates, and upgrades to databases in a timely manner.\nImplement and maintain database security measures to protect data integrity and confidentiality.\nAssist in setting up user accounts, roles, and permissions.\nPerform regular database backups and ensure that backup and recovery procedures are in place and effective.\nAssist in disaster recovery planning and execution.\nMaintain accurate documentation of database configurations, procedures, and changes.\nCreate and update operational manuals and troubleshooting guides.\nProvide technical support for database-related issues.\nWork with development and application teams to resolve database issues and improve system performance.\nParticipate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours and weekend support.\nWork closely with other IT staff, including developers, system administrators, and network engineers, to ensure seamless integration and operation of database systems.\nStay current with new database technologies and best practices.\nParticipate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.\nQualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience.\nRelevant SQL DBA certifications are a plus.\n3+ years of experience as an MS SQL Database Administrator\nCompetent with SQL coding and troubleshooting\nExperience with on-prem and Azure SQL\nExperience with Rubrik is a plus, but not required\nExperience with SQL Sentry is a plus, but not required\nAbility to work in an on-call rotation\n#LI-LM1\n\nAbout Velera\nAt Velera, inclusion isn’t an initiative – it’s how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Velera.\nPay Equity\n$75,800.00 - $96,700.00\nActual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.\nGreat Work/Life Benefits!\nCompetitive wages\nMedical with telemedicine\nDental and Vision\nBasic and Optional Life Insurance\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nMaternity, Parental, Family Care\nCommunity Volunteer Time Off\n12 Paid Holidays\nCompany Paid Disability Insurance\n401k (with employer match)\nHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nSupplemental Insurance\nMental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)\nTuition Reimbursement\nWellness program\nBenefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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