Senior DBA

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• QAD Installation & Environment Setup
• Perform installation, configuration, and upgrades of QAD Enterprise Edition (EE), Standard Edition (SE), and/or AUX environments.
• Set up and maintain QAD application servers, database servers, and WebUI environments.
• Execute YAB installation, configuration, and extensions as required.
• Coordinate environment refreshes, clones, and migrations across all QAD landscapes.
• Deployments & Release Management
• Manage deployment activities including patching, program migrations, schema updates, and controlled releases.
• Collaborate with development and functional teams to schedule and execute deployments with minimal downtime.
• Ensure adherence to QAD deployment standards and CVC (Customer Validation Checklist) processes.
• System & Database Administration
• Monitor system health, performance, and logs to ensure smooth environment operations.
• Conduct routine maintenance activities including backups, restorations, and log management.
• Troubleshoot environment-level issues across application and database tiers.
• Support SSL installation, license updates, and environment-level security configurations.
• CVC & Compliance
• Prepare and execute CVC checklists for deployments, upgrades, and major changes.
• Ensure all environments comply with QAD standards and internal governance requirements.
• User & Application Support
• Provide DBA-level support for QAD users, including environment issues, connectivity, and performance troubleshooting.
• Work closely with QAD support and internal SMEs for escalations and issue resolutions.
• Soft Skills
• Strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Good documentation and communication skills.
• Customer-focused approach with timely and clear updates.