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in a logical yet adaptable and creative manner. Preference for candidates with experience as a TeamDesk Administrator or similar low-code relational database platform. Familiarity with ERP, CRM, or Field Service Manageme…
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Database Administrator jobs in Indianapolis, IN
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 are seeking a detail-oriented Data Collection Admin Staff to support critical public safety operations by researching, analyzing, and processing offender registration and legal records. Position Details ~ Location: Do…
Job Title Web Accessibility Specialist (Hybrid Onsite) Location Indianapolis, IN Duration 6 Months Pay Rate $28.89/hr on W2 / 1099 all inclusive Interview Type In Person Note Position...
Job Summary: The Data Collection Admin Staff will support the Indiana Department of Correction by researching, collecting, and analyzing court documents related to sex and violent offender registration. This role involve…
Engagement Type Contract Short Description Data Collection Admin Staff: The data collection staff will assist the Department in its statutory responsibilities related to sex and violent offender registration. Complete De…
play an integral role in supporting and customizing low-code database solutions for a diverse portfolio of clients. Our environment... ...with customer needs. Responsibilities: - Implementation, administration, and impro…
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helping its partner agencies achieve business objectives and innovation. Role Overview: The Oracle Database Manager leads and oversees the administration, integrity, security, and performance of enterprise Oracle databas…
Growth-Minded. Caring. These are five words used to describe Briljent and the Briljent culture. We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with these same qualities to support critical database environmen…
team. The scope of his/her work will be to participate in all database related projects, in an execution and coordination role with... ...scripts using shell scripts. Goldengate installation and administration. Knowledge…
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personalized mentorship Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here! Job Overview The Consolidated Management System Administrator (CMS Administrator) oversees the administration of the management system which enab…
Join the team at Tom Wood Ford, Indy as a Warranty Administrator, where you will play a key role in managing and processing warranty claims to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement. This position is based in Indianapo…
We are seeking a compassionate, career-oriented Cemetery Administrator to support our in-office operations. The ideal candidate is self... ...and update electronic records using industry-specific databases. ~ Ensure reli…
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What database administrators earn in Indianapolis
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 Indianapolis 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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Typical progression
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Database Administrator
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