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Lead Database Platform Administrator

PMI (Project Management Institute)
$160500-196100
United States, Pennsylvania, Newtown Square
14 Campus Boulevard (Show on map)
May 12, 2026
Are you a dreamer, innovator, thinker and a do-er who believes in contributing to something that makes difference? Pursue your passion. Join PMI. How You'll Make a Difference You will lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise data platforms across hybrid environments, including on-premises and cloud-based systems. Administering and optimizing databases such as SQL Server on Virtual Machines (on-prem & Azure IaaS), Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Snowflake, and Azure Cosmos DB. Managing mission-critical workloads, ensuring data security and compliance, and implementing scalable solutions for both OLTP and analytical environments. Playing a key role in database upgrades, migrations, disaster recovery, automation, performance tuning, and incident/change management, aligning with ITIL best practices and enterprise governance standards. What You'll Bring to the Role Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. 7-10+ years of experience as a Database Administrator. Strong experience with SQL Server (2017-2022+) and Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance Expertise in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization. Experience with HA/DR solutions (Always On, clustering, log shipping, replication). Knowledge of backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery planning. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Strong understanding of database security and encryption techniques. Proficiency in scripting and automation. Working knowledge of Snowflake architecture, administration, and cost management. Experience managing or supporting Azure Cosmos DB (Core SQL API preferred). Experience operating in ITIL aligned environments for incident, change, and problem management. Exposure to DevOps / CI CD practices for database deployments is a plus. What you can expect from us We value and nurture an environment of inclusivity and diversity, and a culture of communication and collaboration. Your health, safety and well-being come first, and we believe that you should have time for your work, but you should also have time for you.. Join us and you'll get: an excellent total package, with compensation and benefits based upon your geographic location. skill development opportunities, to help you grow now and into the future. access to a global network, to enrich your professional experience. flexible options to help balance work time and your time award and bonus opportunities. The salary offer will be based on several factors, including the candidate's demonstrated skills, qualifications and relevant experience. Let's help make the world work better for everyone. Apply today! Project Management Institute, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.