Database Administrator

Oddball believes that the best products are built when companies understand and value the things they are working on. We value learning and growth and the ability to make a big impact at a small company. We believe that we can make big changes happen and improve the daily lives of millions of people by bringing quality software to the federal space.

We are seeking a Database Administrator to support the reliability, performance, and security of enterprise data platforms powering mission-critical healthcare and readiness systems. In this role, you’ll help sustain and support ongoing improvements to database environments within a highly regulated federal ecosystem, working closely with data engineers, platform teams, and security stakeholders to maintain stable, compliant, and highly available data solutions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Administer and maintain enterprise relational databases including Oracle, SQL Server, and PostgreSQL within secure production environments.
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot performance issues to ensure stable and reliable operations.
• Execute database backup and recovery procedures and assist in maintaining high-availability configurations.
• Perform patching, vulnerability remediation, and STIG compliance activities aligned with established RMF and IAVM processes.
• Manage database user access, permissions, and role-based access controls in accordance with security policies.
• Support ETL developers, platform administrators, and data engineers by assisting with database-related troubleshooting and data integration needs.
• Maintain database documentation, operational runbooks, and standard procedures to support ongoing sustainment.
• Work within Agile and secure delivery environments to support database operations and release activities.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

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• Hands-on experience administering enterprise databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL in production environments.
• Experience monitoring database performance and resolving operational issues.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery processes and maintaining secure database environments.
• Exposure to federal cybersecurity practices such as STIGs, RMF, vulnerability remediation, or compliance-driven operations.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional technical teams in structured delivery environments.
• Strong communication skills and attention to operational detail.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. In alignment with federal contract requirements, certain roles may also require U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a federal background investigation and/or a security clearance.
  
  

Education

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• Bachelor’s Degree
  
  

Benefits

• Fully remote
• Tech & Education Stipend
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Company Match 401(k) plan
• Flexible PTO, Paid Holidays
  
  

Oddball is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, religion, color, disability, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires an accommodation during the application process should contact an Oddball HR representative to request such an accommodation by emailing hr@Oddball.io

Compensation

At Oddball, it’s important each employee is compensated competitively and fairly. In alignment with state legal requirements. A range for the included position is listed below. Be advised, actual offer details are determined by job category, job location, and candidate skill level.

United States Wage Range: $80,000 – $115,000