Senior Database Administrator

Senior Database Administrator

About Us

Get ready to drive your career forward. Life at CAA Club Group is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates' career growth and ongoing professional development - and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results.

We are caring. We are leaders. We are innovators. We are collaborative. We work hard and play hard. We're about doing what's right and feeling good about it

Who we are

As Canada's largest automobile association, we are passionate about keeping our Members safe-- whether they are on the road, at home, or travelling abroad. Meeting the diverse needs of our two-million Members requires high performing, forward thinking, and innovative people who work collaboratively to keep propelling our business forward. Life at CAA Club Group is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates' career growth and ongoing professional development-- and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results. CAA Club Group (CCG) is known for providing stellar emergency roadside assistance to our motoring Members and non-Members. We work hard and play hard. We're about doing what's right and feeling good about it.

Position Details

What you will do:

• Interact with Data Centre Operations/Systems Administration/ Application Support teams to ensure the proper design and deployment of databases.
• Assess and develop long-term strategic goals for production databases in conjunction with stakeholders
• Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols and standards
• Design and implement redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery and data archiving to ensure effective protection and integrity of databases
• Configuration planning and installation of mostly Oracle (80%) and MS-SQL (20%) databases
• Monitor general health and perform day-to-day database administration duties
• Assist DBAs with routine maintenance including database rebuilds/re-indexing/expansion and archiving
• Provide oversight and technical DB assistance for server upgrades and conversions as required
• Work collaboratively with Infrastructure Architect to design and implement redundant systems, policies, and procedures for recoverability and maximum availability.  
• Prepare change control documentation.
• Administer database security, establish effective security controls, and be primary point of contact for audits

Who you are:

• College Diploma or University Degree in the field of computer science and/or 10 years equivalent work experience.
• Oracle and Microsoft certifications is an asset
• Minimum 10 years of practical DBA experience with sound working knowledge of database structures, theories, principals, and practices supporting platforms: Oracle and MSSQL
• Advanced knowledge and experience with various Oracle DB software installations, database configuration & creation, stored procedures & packages PL/SQL and SQL script writing, RMAN techniques will be considered a nice to have
• Oracle RAC and DataGuard solid expertise is required
• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of and experience with client-server computing and relational database environments
• Experience with Data Management and Data Processing flowcharting techniques
• Knowledge of reporting and query tools and practices
• Scripting skills in both Linux and Windows server environments.
• Strong understanding of all database structures, theories, principles, and practices.
• Working technical experience with designing, building, installing, configuring and supporting databases on both Windows and Unix servers.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Self-motivated with keen attention to detail
• Proven verbal and written communication skills

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

As an organization we are focused on Member safety, which includes the safety and well-being of our Associates. Therefore, you must be and remain fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.