Senior Database Administrator (Automation, Cloud & Data Analytics)

Location:

4910 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn Ohio

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support and modernize enterprise database platforms with a focus on automation, cloud technologies, and data analytics. This role combines deep database expertise with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), scripting, and Power BI/dashboarding to enable scalable operations and data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support SQL Server and PostgreSQL across on-prem and cloud environments (Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure)
• Automate database provisioning, patching, and configuration using IaC and scripting
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to provide insights into database performance, availability, and capacity
• Partner with application and infrastructure teams to enable cloud-native and self-service database solutions
• Support high availability, disaster recovery, performance tuning, and security controls
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability metrics aligned to enterprise standards
• Ensure compliance, audit readiness, and adherence to enterprise database standards
• Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement efforts
• Embraces mentorship and training from senior engineers; shares own perspective on KeyBank processes and/or applicable trends and previous experiences.
• Performs other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and/or activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice
• Complies with all KeyBank policies and procedures, including without limitation, acting professionally at all times, conducting business ethically, avoiding conflicts of interest, and acting in the best interests of Key's clients and Key.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments, both server-hosted and managed service (DBaaS)
• Hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, both server-hosted and managed service (DBaaS)
• Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Python, or equivalent)
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code languages (Terraform, Ansible, or similar) and orchestration tools (i.e. Harness)
• Experience building or supporting data visualization solutions (Power BI or similar)
• Solid understanding of performance tuning, HA/DR, and database security
• Ability to operate effectively in a large, regulated environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud database platforms (GCP Cloud SQL, Azure SQL, AWS RDS)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Experience with monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Azure Monitor, etc.)
• Knowledge of data modeling, ETL processes, or analytics workflows
• Experience in financial services or other regulated industries

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
• OR equivalent experience (required)

Work Experience

• 3+ years of relevant experience (required)

Key Skills & Tools

• Database: SQL Server, PostgreSQL
• Automation: PowerShell, Python, Terraform, Ansible
• Analytics & Visualization: Power BI (DAX, data modeling, dashboard design)
• Monitoring: Dynatrace, Azure Monitor (or similar)
• DevOps: Gitlab, CI/CD pipelines
• Working Knowledge of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Working Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Basic Understanding of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Working Knowledge of technical troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques; ability to anticipate, recognize, and resolve technical issues on hardware, software, application or operation.
• Working Knowledge of the features and facilities of systems; ability to integrate and communicate among applications, databases and technology platforms.
• Working Knowledge of availability management; ability to utilize strategies and tools to ensure the timely availability of business data and applications.
• Working Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) systems; ability to utilize a variety of system tools, guarantee service availability, and ensure optimal IT system performance.
• Working Knowledge of Information Technology (IT) standards and policies; ability to utilize a variety of administrative skill sets and technical knowledge to manage organizational IT policies, standards, and procedures.
• Working Knowledge of emerging technologies; ability to design, apply and evaluate new information technologies for business environments.

Core Competencies

• All KeyBank employees are expected to demonstrate Key's Values and abide by Key's Code of Conduct.

Physical Demands

• General Office - Prolonged sitting, ability to communicate face to face in person or on the phone with teammates and clients, frequent use of PC/laptop, occasional lifting/pushing/pulling of backpacks, computer bags up to 10 lbs.

Work Location Category

• Hybrid (2+ days)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $69,000.00 - $105,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in-office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 07/03/2026

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

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