Senior SQL Database Administrator - Wedbush Morgan Securities

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Private Client Services, Capital Markets, and Clearing & Execution divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.

Our Los Angeles office is seeking a SQL Database Administrator with expertise in managing diverse database environments, including Azure SQL Database, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and MS SQL Server. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of database architecture, performance tuning, and disaster recovery strategies across multiple platforms. The Senior SQL DBA will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's database infrastructure to support our business needs efficiently.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and administer databases across multiple platforms, including Azure SQL Database, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and MS SQL Server
• Perform database installation, configuration, and upgrades following best practices and security standards
• Monitor database performance, optimize queries, and troubleshoot performance issues to ensure optimal performance and scalability
• Implement and maintain database security measures, including user access controls, encryption, and auditing
• Design database schemas, tables, and indexes for optimal performance and scalability
• Work closely with developers to optimize database queries and improve application performance
• Implement database partitioning, sharding, and replication strategies to distribute data and improve availability
• Implement high availability solutions such as failover clustering, Always On Availability Groups, and database mirroring for mission-critical databases
• Develop and maintain database backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and minimize downtime in the event of failures or disasters
• Perform regular database backups, test restore procedures, and implement disaster recovery drills
• Manage databases in Azure Cloud environments, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, and Azure Cosmos DB
• Implement Azure services for data storage and analytics, such as Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Data Lake
• Monitor Azure resources, analyze performance metrics, and optimize database configurations for cost-efficiency
• Document database configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides for reference and training purposes
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of database inventory, configurations, and change management processes
• Perform other duties as required and assigned

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university required, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in database administration, with expertise in Azure SQL Database, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and MS SQL Server
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL Certified Professional, MongoDB Certified DBA, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferred
• Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization, database performance tuning, and troubleshooting
• Experience with database security, encryption, and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA)
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as Azure Cloud and AWS
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders