Job Title: Senior Database Administrator
Location: Phoenix (On-site)
Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing/Engineering
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support a large-scale semiconductor manufacturing fab construction project in Phoenix, AZ. This role will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust database systems that support engineering, construction, and operational data across a complex, fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate brings deep database expertise along with a strong technical foundation across multiple programming languages, systems, and tools commonly used in semiconductor and engineering workflows.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain high-performance, secure, and scalable database systems to support fab construction and manufacturing operations
- Administer, monitor, and optimize MySQL and other relational database systems
- Ensure data integrity, availability, backup, and disaster recovery strategies are in place and tested
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including process engineers, software developers, and project managers
- Support data integration across engineering tools, simulation platforms, and business systems
- Develop and maintain scripts, automation, and tools using languages such as Java, Python, C, and C++
- Work within Linux and Unix environments to manage database infrastructure
- Create and maintain technical documentation, data models, and system architecture diagrams
- Analyze performance bottlenecks and implement tuning strategies
- Support reporting and analytics efforts using advanced Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
- Assist in prototyping, modeling, and system workflows using tools such as MATLAB, Logisim, and Axure RP
- Ensure compliance with security standards and organizational policies
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of experience as a Database Administrator or Database Engineer
- Strong expertise in MySQL and SQL performance tuning
- Experience working in Linux/Unix environments
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages: Java, Python, C, or C++
- Experience supporting large-scale, data-intensive environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the semiconductor industry, particularly in fab construction or manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with additional languages and systems: Scheme, Prolog, MIPS
- Experience with engineering and modeling tools such as MATLAB and Logisim
- Working knowledge of web technologies (HTML, XML)
- Experience with UI/UX prototyping tools such as Axure RP
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and broader Microsoft Office suite
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Work Environment
- On-site role supporting a major semiconductor fabrication facility construction project
- Fast-paced, highly collaborative environment with engineering, IT, and construction stakeholders
- Opportunity to contribute to a cutting-edge, large-scale manufacturing initiative
Why Join Us
- Be part of a transformative semiconductor manufacturing project in the U.S.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams on complex, high-impact systems
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Long-term growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding industry
