Senior Manager - SQL Server & Cloud Database Administration - United Airlines

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

We believe that inclusion propels innovation and is the foundation of all that we do. United's Digital Technology team spans the globe and is made up of diverse individuals all working together with cutting-edge technology to build the best airline in the history of aviation. Our team designs, develops and maintains massively scaling technology solutions brought to life with innovative architectures, data analytics, and digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Join an award-winning team and help shape the future of commercial aviation!

As a Senior Manager, you will lead a team of highly skilled and motivated database administrators to support mission critical SQL Server and Cloud databases which are critical data assets of the company. Our team continually innovates to deliver digital solutions to support complex, dynamic operation.

Sr. Managers on our team:

• Are deep technical and people leaders who form strong relationships within their teams as well as with business partners and other technical leaders.
• Have laser sharp focus on our modernization agenda like cloud migration journey, resiliency, security, observability etc.
• Have broad decision-making authority and support to guide your team to success.
• Have the opportunity to grow and explore emerging technologies to help solve new and interesting problems.
• Coach, develop, and inspire team members to develop and sustain a high-performance team.
• Provide sound technical decision-making and guidance to deliver sustainable, high-quality products.
• Be a trusted leader with application team and business partners to manage backend SQL Server and Cloud databases.

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• 10+ years of hands-on experience as SQL Server DBA and / or Cloud DBA.
• 5+ years of experience as technical manager or other leadership role.
• Experience managing implementing enterprise-scale, operationally critical databases.
• Solid understanding of database administration standards and design patterns.
• Provides leadership for future requirements related to enterprise Data Architecture, Data Modeling and Data Integrity.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, developments, and best practices in DBMS and related Cloud technology
• Provide support in database design and application development.
• Provides thought leadership and management expertise on the architecture, design, development and implementation of innovative data solutions that address business problems and help achieve strategic goals.
• Partners with project teams, management, and business partners on different aspects of data management and database design and provides DBA support accordingly.
• Seeks innovative ways to improve efficiency and quality related to data management and administration.
• Validates and reviews detailed database project work plans for complex technology projects involving cross functional teams.
• Manages risks and provides timely status reports and project updates to stakeholders.
• Works in partnership with the technical teams and business partners to deliver database functionality on time with required quality.
• Takes an active role in promoting and implementing a progressive, forward moving organization and culture.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience with SQL Server 2019 and 2022, SSIS, SSRS, ETL etc.
• Working knowledge or experience with AWS MySQL / PostgreSQL.
• MS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Systems, or other related field preferred.
  

 

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.