Manager Database

IT Infrastructure Manager

Manage and coordinate the activities of IT infrastructure, network and system administration teams to support the O’Reilly Information Systems department. Evaluate, recommend and implement technical strategies to improve efficiencies, reliability and performance of computer systems and supporting infrastructure.

This is a role managing the Database Team. We are looking for database experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Continuously monitor the system and network infrastructure and make recommendations for improvements or additional resources as needed to keep pace with growth.
• Manage and coordinate the activities of the System Administrators.
• Assist in evaluation of new hardware or software technologies to assess their compatibility with existing systems/infrastructure and overall technical capabilities of the solution.
• Advises on alternatives and on the implications of new or revised computer systems/applications technology.
•  Manage projects related to the implementation or modification of technology infrastructure within the department. Plans or oversees the analysis, design, timely implementation, and testing of technical solutions.
•  Work with System Architects and Engineers to develop standardized solutions for the infrastructure supporting O’Reilly computing environment.
• Active Leadership within the department; prepares and gives presentations to the department where appropriate.
• Management of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
•  Maintain a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
•  Ensure team member compliance with our O’Reilly policies and procedures, including but not limited to, Data Integrity, Software Development Methodology, Project Tracking, and Sarbanes Oxley related activities.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Ability to coordinate and oversee the efforts of multiple system administration teams.
• Ability to assess the value of a project or technical solution, and prioritize projects within their area
• Ability to interpret and evaluate user informational needs and to determine appropriate alternative solutions.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Knowledge of a broad range of relevant alternative computer systems, applications, and equipment

SKILLS / EDUCATION / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE / ABILITIES

Required:

• 6 + years of system administration and design experience in an area applicable to O’Reilly
•  High School diploma or equivalent
• Exceptional problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights/weekends
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Expert knowledge of systems infrastructure, networking and operating systems used in O’Reilly environment.
• Ability to implement and troubleshoot system changes and modifications.
• Ability to lead and manage others
• Ability to write technical instructions in the use of systems or and/or system modifications.

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