Sybase Database Administrator

**Essential Job Functions**

The job includes working with the various technology teams, vendors, and management of new hardware and operating systems infrastructure. The Engineer will be responsible for the installation, configuration, migration and implementation of complex systems and on clustered environment for multiple projects.

Qualifications and Experience required:

- SYBASE DBA on Sybase Adaptive Server Enterprise.
- Excellent knowledge of Versions ASE 12.5 through 15.7
- ASE Administrator Certification is a must.
- Knowledge of ASE Cluster edition is mandatory.
- In-depth knowledge of platforms is required
- In-depth knowledge of clusters is required
- In-depth knowledge of Replication is must
- Hands on expertise of SQL Server is a definite plus.
- Knowledge of Oracle OEM Grid control is a huge plus.
- ITIL Certification is desired.

**Technical skills required**:
Substantive (9+years) relevant experience providing database administration services in the following environments - ASE 12.5 through 15.7 on HA configuration using ASE cluster edition on various hardware. Require comprehensive knowledge, along with extensive and varied experience in these technical areas:

- Expert knowledge in ASE Cluster Edition, Database Expert option & SQL Expert option.
- Must have Expertise in Sybase Replication Server.
- Should have solid experience in the areas of Performance Tuning at all levels (Application, sub-system, Database, SQL)
- Should have strong work experience in Sybase administration specific areas like Application support, database maintenance and Performance optimization - Database health monitor, table space management, Storage Optimization, etc.
- Install Sybase related software upgrades/fixes for software currency, VTM patching, configuration changes, hardware compatibility, new customer requirements and/or platform compatibility.
- Install, support and customize licensed Sybase software and related tools (client & 3rd party vendors).
- Should have expertise in Database recovery situations.
- Should have good knowledge of Sybase replication server and High Availability Disaster Recovery.
- Sybase RDBMS system and strong troubleshooting skills and Problem Resolution.
- Strong Database architectural skills and knowledge in Design and build of Database systems. Develop solutions to meet or exceed requirements.
- Strong Clustering software knowledge is required.
- Experience on cross platform migrations and replications is required.
- Design of Backup Strategy and implementing of backup Solutions with native tools as well as with 3rd Party Backup solutions like Data protector, Veritas NetBackup, etc.
- Knowledge of SAN backup tools like BCV, Snap backup, Snap clone, etc.
- Sound understanding of OS Clustering - HACMP, MC SG, SGERAC and other high-availability/ fault-tolerance technologies.
- Knowledge of virtualization and system consolidation. Cloud computing knowledge will be a huge plus.
- Knowledge of DNS, DHCP, NFS, TCP/IP and networking services.
- Good knowledge of Database security issues and ability to design and implement security measures.
- Experience in disaster recovery solutions design, implementation and testing.
- Performance tuning, performance management, and capacity planning experience.
- Secondary skills required:

- Strong communications skills and ability to document and present complex designs to a wider audience.
- Architect, design and implement complex system configurations at a specialist level in demanding customer environments.
- Assess, design, plan, and implement complex infrastructure projects.
- Directly interact with cross-functional teams and solution architects to identify, develop, and obtain complete information for solutions.
- Plan and execute technical program including developing, validating, executing, and delegating project technical processes and procedures. Serve as escalation point for technical project issues.

**Other Qualifications**
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Good programming skills for database management and general software
- Good communication skills for providing documentation to support personnel, customers, and managers
- Good leadership skills to guide and mentor the work of less experienced personnel
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to anticipate problems and take decisive action
- Willingness to travel

**Work Environment**
- Office environment
- May require evening or weekend work