Job Title: Senior Teradata DBA
Location: Jacksonville, FL / Charlotte, NC
Duration: Contract - 12 months
Pay Range: $68.32/hr (W2)
Job ID: 408401
About BCforward
BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
Job Description
We are seeking a Teradata Database Administrator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Teradata administration, automation with Unix/Linux scripting, and mainframe interfaces and a proven ability to design, implement, and support scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise data environments.
Responsibilities:
- Perform Application DBA functions including DDL creation, SQL scripting, problem research, change deployments, and on-call rotation support.
- Design, develop, implement, document, and support automated DBA processes using Teradata and Unix/Linux scripting.
- Support multiple Teradata environments including development/UAT, disaster recovery, and enterprise warehouse production.
- Implement and administer access policies aligned with corporate standards.
- Support mainframe administrative functions including archive processing and job scheduling.
- Manage and consult on storage management, archive, restore, backup, and disaster recovery practices.
- Collaborate with application project teams to implement database changes for project initiatives and BAU work.
- Complete assigned training and attend required meetings to stay current on team processes and tools.
- Provide weekly written status reports to the manager and operate independently with minimal supervision.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 10+ years of Teradata DBA experience, including experience with Teradata V17.20 or higher.
- Advanced knowledge of Teradata RDBMS at physical and logical levels.
- Proficiency with Teradata tools: Teradata Studio, TDWM, BTEQ, ARCMAIN, FASTLOAD, MLOAD, TPUMP, TPT, DBQL, PDCR.
- Working knowledge of Viewpoint, Teradata Data Mover, and Teradata BAR technology.
- Working knowledge of Unix/Linux scripting (KSH, BASH, PERL).
- Working knowledge of mainframe interfaces and execution: TDP, JCL, TSO, ISPF, FICON, NDM.
- Familiarity with Teradata systems setup, GDO, DBSControl, and Multitool.
- Working knowledge of QueryGrid, DSA, TeraServer, NPARC, and TASM.
- Working knowledge of job schedulers such as CA-7 and AutoSys.
- Experience with replication technologies, including GoldenGate.
- Familiarity with REXX scripting.
- Familiarity with Hadoop and cloud concepts and technologies.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with project and change management and automation tools such as Agile, Remedy, and Ansible.
- Experience supporting enterprise data warehouse and disaster recovery environments.
Why BCforward?
At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for growth with global clients
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people
- Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects
About Our Commitment
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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