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Database Administrator jobs in Albuquerque, NM
Database administrators keep an organization's databases fast, available, and recoverable — tuning performance, managing backups and security, and planning for growth.
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We hire smart Scientists and Software Engineers who love to create and maintain high quality, extensible code using modern C++ practices. Support software development in the following domains: computer vision and image p…
Experience with hardware and software integration, emulation, and testing in laboratory environments Proficiency with large Database Management Systems requiring SQL expertise, including complex queries, stored procedure…
yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level. This position performs general administrative responsibilities including preparation of reports using various software, co…
deliver the right solution for every project. Position Overview We have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Construction Administrator to join our Commercial Group in Albuquerque, NM. This position supports project…
procedures, complying with codes. · * Invoice customers pay tickets and coordinate warranty repairs. * Navigate and manage multiple databases simultaneously. * Potential exposure to extreme heat and cold temperatures. *…
secure. Job Description General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) seeks a highly motivated and experienced Senior Database Administrator to support a Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) mission in Albuquerque, NM…
About The Role ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal…
related products. These applications rely heavily on relational databases and REST APIs, both upstream and downstream, as part of... ...expertise in areas such as frontend or backend development, database administration,…
Surgery Center Administrator ASC, Albuquerque area - Our Client is a multispecialty outpatient surgical center located in Albuquerque, NM . This state-of-the-art, multispecialty facility performs procedures in: ENT, Gene…
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INFINITI of Albuquerque is looking for a motivated, customer-focused Service Advisor to join our growing team. If you’re passionate about delivering a premium customer experience and enjoy working in a fast-paced automot…
Garcia Automotive Group of Albuquerque is hiring! We are proud to be the largest, locally-owned, automotive group in New Mexico! We are scheduling interviews for Service Advisors! Reynolds Exp a plus but not required. Go…
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What database administrators earn in Albuquerque
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $27–$38 | $56k–$79k |
| Mid level | $38–$51 | $79k–$107k |
| Senior | $49–$67 | $102k–$140k |
Adjusted for the Albuquerque market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQLQuery tuning and indexingBackup and recoveryHigh availability and replicationSecurity and access controlCapacity planningScripting and automationCloud database servicesWorking with developers
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
A critical query got slow overnight. How do you investigate?
Check execution plans, statistics, recent changes, and blocking. A structured path from symptom to cause is what they are grading.
Walk me through your backup strategy and how you verify it.
Cover full/differential/log backups, RPO/RTO targets, and regular restore testing. The verification part is where weak candidates fall down.
How do you decide what to index?
Base it on query patterns and measured impact, and mention the write cost of over-indexing. Showing you remove indexes too is a good sign.
How would you design high availability for a critical database?
Discuss replication or availability groups, failover testing, and what the application must tolerate. Note that HA is not backup — they solve different problems.
A developer wants direct production database access. How do you respond?
Show least-privilege instincts with a service mindset: offer read replicas, audited access, or better tooling instead of a flat no.
Tell me about a data-loss scare or recovery you performed.
A calm, honest recovery story — what was lost, what was restored, what changed after — demonstrates exactly the judgment this role exists for.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For database administrators specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the database platforms and versions you ran, with the size and count of databases managed.
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Quantify performance work: query times cut, storage reclaimed, downtime avoided during migrations.
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Highlight zero-data-loss recoveries or successful DR tests — recoverability is the core promise of the role.
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Show cloud migration experience (RDS, Azure SQL, Cloud SQL) as most DBA hiring now expects it.
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Mention automation of routine maintenance; it signals you scale beyond hand-run scripts.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Junior DBA
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Database Administrator
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