Job Description

About the Role

At Equitable, we help clients secure their financial well-being so they can pursue long and fulfilling lives - a mission we've honed since 1859.

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail oriented Database Administrator to join our dynamic and innovative team.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Administer and maintain database systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Monitor database performance and execute tuning strategies to improve efficiency.
• Design, implement, and manage database backup and recovery processes.
• Collaborate with development and operational teams to address database-related needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Configure and optimize databases in an Azure Infrastructure.
• Develop and enforce database security protocols to protect sensitive data.
• Provide technical guidance and support for database-related projects.
• Document database configurations, procedures, and standards for future reference.

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $89,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.

For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.

Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program
What You'll Bring:

• 3 years of Database Administrator experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database and SQL Managed Instance as well as Oracle or DB2 for z/OS.
• Solid experience working in Microsoft Azure with Certifications.
• Solid working experience with Service Now.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to collaborate closely with operations and IT teams both onsite and offshore.
• Strong understanding of database performance tuning techniques.
• Knowledge of backup and recovery processes for databases.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve database issues effectively.
• Familiarity with database security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skils

Agile Methodologies: Knowledge of concept and principles of agile methodology; ability to apply appropriate agile approaches in the processes of software development and delivery.

ABOUT EQUITABLE

At Equitable, we're a team committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.

We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently - where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.

We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.

We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose. Click Careers at Equitable to learn more.

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Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.

NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us at TalentAcquisition@equitable.com .