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Southern Company IT Supervisor (Database Administrator) in Atlanta, Georgia
IT Supervisor (Database Administrator)
Description
Job Summary
The Supervisor, Database Administrator position within Gas Technology Services will have overall responsibility for 20 resources. This DBA resource group will be responsible for the design and build of databases that support Southern Company Gas applications.
This position will lead the DBA team to complete support and project initiatives in support of the development efforts across Gas Technology Solutions. This position is a working lead with a expectation of 20-30% hands on.
Supervisor – Essential Duties Include:
Ensure resources are on-hand and effectively utilized; maintaining the ability to ‘flex’ to meet customer demands
Coordinate work assignments between Database members and other groups within Gas Technology Services
Take a leadership role in ensuring Data Management strategies are in alignment with Technology Organization goals and strategies
Supervision of the day-to-day activities and work guidance for direct reports (both onshore/offshore contractors and employees)
Performance management for the development team, including performance appraisals, mentoring, coaching and providing technical leadership to less experienced staff
Lead, motivate and develop employees; effectively plan and manage projects; apply strong oral and written communication skills; apply strong customer service and negotiating skills; exhibit initiative, and follow through with customer commitments; and apply sound performance techniques
Considerable interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively is essential
Facilitate technical guidance and direction to DBA team members; including employees, contractors, and vendors
Develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive work plans, work prioritization, and delivery on project commitments as required
Contribute strategic thinking related to how Database administration contributes to and supports the Gas Technology Organization
Implement and maintain production support processes focused on identification and mitigation of root cause .
Active involvement in DBA designs, troubleshoot/fix database issues, and callout support.
Skills/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in MIS, Computer Science or a related field
Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting priorities
Ability to work with business partners and peers of varying levels of technical proficiency
Interest in and passion for learning and working in a fast-paced environment
Experience with large scale project development, enhancement projects and production support
Ability to identify root cause as well as mitigation required
Comprehensive, recognized leadership skills that build relationships and develop a team atmosphere
Knowledge of software development technologies, various software languages, methodology and tools
Experience with Agile delivery; DevOp tools,
Excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills
Strong ITIL Foundation
RDBMS Languages: SQL Server, Oracle,
Technologies: VMs, Exadata, Clustering, DataGuard, Azure
Tools: ORACLE OEM, OUD, Golden Gate, , SQL, SSIS, Big data mgmt. tools, Data integration Tools – Informatica, Cognos, SSIS
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Job Field: Information Technology
Job Type: Standard
Primary Location: Illinois-Metro Chicago-Naperville
Operating Company: Southern Company Services
Other Locations: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): Yes, 25 % of the Time
Work Location(s):
G O Naperville - 1844 W Ferry Rd. (1844NapervilleCODE)
1844 W Ferry Rd.
Naperville, 60536
AGLR Corporate Office - 10 Peachtree Place NE (10AtlantaCODE)
10 Peachtree Place NE
Atlanta, 30309
Req ID: SCS2009078