Senior Database Administrator - SQL Server

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.

Our IT team is seeking a Manager, Database Administration with deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and strong proficiency in PostgreSQL. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience optimizing extremely large datasets (2 billion+ records), diagnosing and resolving complex performance issues, and architecting database solutions that scale with business growth. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, working closely with engineering, DevOps, and business stakeholders.

 Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Own the full product lifecycle for compliance applications, including requirements gathering, roadmap planning, prioritization, and delivery
• Ensure product capabilities align with SEC and FINRA regulations related to recordkeeping, surveillance, insider trading, employee trading, and disclosures
• Serve as the key liaison between Compliance, Legal, Engineering, and vendors to gather feedback and convert business needs into technical requirements
• Drive integration of third-party compliance tools into internal platforms including surveillance, e-communications monitoring, and case management 
• Collaborate with data teams to maintain accurate, auditable compliance data that supports internal reporting and regulatory investigations
• Lead agile ceremonies, manage sprint backlogs, track progress, and deliver high-quality, timely solutions
• Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors providing compliance-related technologies and services
• Support internal audits and risk assessments through clear documentation, transparent workflows, and process improvements
• Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

• Bachelor's degree from accredited university required, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in database administration, with 8+ years in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 and above)
• Strong experience with PostgreSQL, including administration and optimization
• Proven experience managing and optimizing very large datasets (2+ billion records)
• Deep understanding of query optimization, indexing strategies, and database internals
• Experience with high-availability solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication)
• Strong knowledge of partitioning, data archiving, and horizontal/vertical scaling techniques
• Scripting proficiency in PowerShell, T-SQL, Bash, or Python to support automation and maintenance tasks
• Familiarity with cloud database solutions including Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora, or managed PostgreSQL
• Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization, database performance tuning, and troubleshooting
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders under tight deadlines in a high-stakes environment
• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) is a plus
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL Certified Professional, MongoDB Certified DBA, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferred