Job Description
Company: NuAxis Innovations
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Workplace Type: On-site
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
NuAxis Innovations is seeking an experienced Database Administrator IV for a full-time, on-site role in Albuquerque, NM. You will provide advanced database administration and operational support for enterprise database systems supporting the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), ensuring mission-critical availability, security, and performance.
What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain enterprise relational database systems including PostgreSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server.
- Continuously monitor database health, availability, resource utilization, and performance metrics.
- Perform advanced database performance tuning, indexing, and SQL query optimization.
- Manage routine backup and recovery operations and oversee disaster recovery readiness.
- Implement database security controls, user access management, auditing, and encryption.
- Apply database software patches, execute version upgrades, and assist with data migrations.
- Troubleshoot operational bottlenecks and provide tier-3 support to application teams.
- Maintain technical documentation, configuration baselines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Requirements & Qualifications
- Associate degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 4+ years of dedicated database administration experience across enterprise RDBMS platforms.
- Strong hands-on experience administering PostgreSQL, Oracle, or SQL Server.
- Proven track record with SQL query tuning, index optimization, and performance troubleshooting.
- Thorough understanding of enterprise backup/recovery methods and database security practices.
Preferred / Bonus Qualifications
- Prior experience working within federal agency or regulated environments.
- Hands-on scripting experience in PL/SQL, T-SQL, or automation scripts.
- Familiarity with high-availability configurations and failover clustering.
NuAxis Innovations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.