Greenplum Database Administrator

ConsultNet

Seattle, WA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$75–$95 Per Hour
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago

Greenplum Database Admin
Salt Lake City or Remote
Long-term contract: $75-$95 per hour

The Technology Reliability Engineering and Operations (TREO) organization is a critical part of our IT division, supporting both internal and external customers. TREO reports to the Chief Technology Officer and delivers services such as hosting, security operations, application support, business intelligence infrastructure, collaboration tools, and end-user support. Our team spans 15+ states and three countries, blending full-time employees and contingent workers. We focus on operational excellence and continuous modernization.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Install, configure, and maintain database system software, ensuring robust security and performance.
  • Monitor and analyze database performance to ensure optimal utilization and availability.
  • Maintain database dictionaries, support tools, and accurate system documentation.
  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of strategic, architectural, and tactical plans for database and data warehouse environments.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship on database systems and tools.
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies and tools to improve database performance and reliability.
  • Implement business continuity and disaster recovery solutions, including replication and backup strategies.
  • Establish and enforce database standards and best practices.
  • Participate in a 24/7 on-call support rotation.

Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of Greenplum administration experience, including performance tuning and optimization of complex SQL queries for large data sets.
  • Hands-on experience with Greenplum tools, including: MADlib, PXF, GPCC, gpfdist, gpload, gbackup, gprestore, gpr backup, and gpr restore.
  • Strong SQL development skills and experience with data warehousing environments.
  • Proficiency in Bash scripting, Python, and working in UNIX/Linux (RHEL) environments.
  • Experience with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code practices.
  • Familiarity with ETL tools such as IBM DataStage or similar.


Welcome to ConsultNet and the family of companies, Tekne, SaltClick, TechBridge, and OmniMedia. As a premier national provider of technology talent and solutions, our expertise spans across project services, contract-to-hire, direct placement, and managed services both onshore and nearshore.

Celebrating more than 25 years of partnership with a diverse client base, we've crafted rewarding opportunities for our consultants, fostering high-performing teams that deliver impactful results.

Over the last few years thousands of consultants have found their calling with us in roles that have made a meaningful impact on their lives, enhanced their career, challenged them, and propelled them towards achieving their personal and professional goals. At the ConsultNet family of companies, we believe effective communication is crucial in aligning the right job with your unique skills and professional aspirations. To us, it's all about the personal approach we take and the values we uphold.

Our comprehensive service offerings cover a wide range of technology positions across key markets nationwide. Client more at www.consultnet.com .

We champion equality and inclusivity, proudly supporting an Equal Opportunity Employer policy. We welcome applicants regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other status protected by law.



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