Senior Database Administrator

NFA is purpose-driven. We safeguard the integrity of the derivatives markets, protect investors and ensure that our Members meet their regulatory obligations. We take pride in our work; maintain a conviction to do the right thing; empower each other; and support our community. Envision your career in a place where performing critical regulatory work within the financial industry is as significant as the diverse, passionate and talented individuals with whom you work.

When you join NFA as a Senior Database Administrator, you'll join a high-performing team of dedicated professionals responsible for supporting NFA's production and development database environments, defining database architecture, and providing technical leadership in applying database usage development and security standards.

Bring your analytical and innovative mindsets. Bring your technical know-how and project management skills. Bring an aptitude for problem solving and an eye for detail.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Database Administrator, you'll work closely with NFA leadership to develop and oversee the strategic direction of corporate databases at NFA. Specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical guidance to staff and database personnel to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Establishing, documenting and enforcing database standards and procedures.
• Monitoring production and test database environments for reliability and performance.
• Assigning tasks to, monitoring performance of and providing mentorship to database staff.
• Planning and executing database backup and recovery strategies across all environments.
• Designing and maintaining database systems, including logical and physical architecture.
• Maintaining thorough documentation of the database environment to support ongoing operations.
• Collaborating with applications and technical services teams to resolve database-related issues.
• Evaluating and optimizing application performance to ensure efficient database usage.

What we're looking for:

Diligent, detail-oriented individuals thrive in this analytical role. If you're eager to apply your technical abilities to serve a public good—supporting the integrity of the derivatives markets—and meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply to join our team as a Senior Database Administrator.

• Proven success in database analysis, design, and programming
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience working with database software products and 3 years with SQL Server database systems.
• A degree in computer science, information systems, or related field preferred
• Exposure to Azure SQL databases and Azure Data Factory a plus
• Knowledge of Oracle or Netezza databases a plus
• Ability to work independently on complex database projects
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

The salary range for this position is: $98,200-$172,800.00

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Nearest Major Market: Chicago