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Senior Database Administrator

Job Overview

Location

Remote

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Engineering

Date Posted

July 9, 2026

Full Job Description

đź“‹ Description

  • • Join Cincinnati Children’s Information Services as a Senior Database Administrator and help power the technology behind world-class pediatric healthcare.
  • • In this role, you will lead the design, implementation, optimization, and support of secure, high-performing enterprise database environments while ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance across critical systems.
  • • Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, you’ll solve complex technical challenges, drive continuous improvement, mentor team members, and deliver innovative database solutions that support exceptional patient care and organizational success.
  • • Responsible for the planning, design, implementation, and maintenance of moderately complex database environments.
  • • Ensure that database environments are recoverable and secure.
  • • Plan for and monitor the capacity of the database environments.
  • • Monitor database and server performance; provide analysis and solutions to performance issues.
  • • Plan and execute change within the systems by following the policies and procedures as defined by Information Services.
  • • Proactively identify potential issues and conceptualize their solutions while providing direct technical support and problem resolution assistance for all database environments.
  • • Develop knowledge and professional skills through cross-training, literature, and attendance at department meetings and vendor education.
  • • Develop and maintain positive relationships, both internal and external to CCHMC.
  • • Motivate people and encourage teamwork.
  • • Work well with others and foster a positive team environment.
  • • Prepare oral and written presentations.
  • • Conduct and participate in instructional seminars.
  • • Develop expertise in several Cincinnati Children’s computer-based systems.
  • • Manage the design, development, and implementation of new and enhanced projects.
  • • Identify the appropriate resources needed to complete projects.
  • • Communicate between internal and external parties on project related issues and developments.
  • • Develop and maintain project plans.
  • • Work with cross functional teams.
  • • Consult with end user community to develop requirements for database solutions.
  • • Ensure outstanding end-user support is provided, including ongoing monitoring of Service Level Agreements for incident management and collaboration with other areas to ensure customer-centered incident management and support.
  • • Adhere to and promote continual adoption of change management policies and procedures.
  • • Model outstanding customer service behavior, including timely and effective follow-up with customers.
  • • Always maintain CCHMC’S service standards of being Courteous, Attentive, Respectful, Enthusiastic team members and Safe. (CARES).
  • • Mentor and train other database administrators.
  • • Participate in the interview process.
  • • Develop and maintain positive relationships, both internal and external to CCHMC.
  • • Provide consultation and assistance to customers and Information Services personnel.
  • • Adhere to IS departmental on-call and Service Desk policies and procedures.
  • • Perform other duties as assigned.

🎯 Requirements

  • • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • • 5+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

🏖️ Benefits

  • • $91,520.00 - $116,688.00 (Expected Starting Pay Range)
  • • Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply.
  • • Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

🏠 Location

  • • Remote
  • • Cincinnati, Ohio, USA (city)
  • • Ohio, USA (region)
  • • US (country_code)
  • • true (is_remote)

Skills & Technologies

PostgreSQL
MySQL
Linux
Senior
Remote
Degree Required

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About Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is a leading pediatric hospital and research institution dedicated to improving the health of children. Consistently ranked among the top children's hospitals in the nation, it provides comprehensive medical care for a wide range of conditions, from common illnesses to complex and rare diseases. The hospital is renowned for its expertise in areas such as neonatology, cardiology, orthopedics, and cancer treatment. Beyond clinical care, Cincinnati Children's is a major hub for pediatric research, striving to translate scientific discoveries into better treatments and cures for childhood illnesses. Its commitment extends to community health initiatives, aiming to create a healthier future for all children.

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