Database Administrator – High Frequency Trading Firm – Chicago / Remote $150,000-200,000 + bonus and benefitsQuant Capital is urgently looking for a SQL DBA to join our high profile client.Our client is a well known global Prop Trading firm. They sit on the intersection of technology and trading focused on, speed, scalability and robust performance (much like their track record).The firm is known globally for its attitudes and rigour more importantly, you will be surrounded by smart people deeply interested in teaching what they know, and in learning from you. Their development team is 60 globally.Day to Day the DBA will:Providing round-the-clock support for critical databases within the firmConducting troubleshooting, resolution, and root cause analysis for database and application-specific incidentsHandling schema design, capacity planning, and change control management tasksPerforming database baselining, benchmarking, performance analysis, and tuningImproving and enhancing database maintenance routinesCollaborating with company technical leads and development teams to develop and execute project plans aligned with customer expectations and company strategic goalsManaging database backup and recovery operations, database patching, upgrades, and implementation of security policiesIntegrating SQL systems with third-party tools and environmentsEstablishing and enforcing policies, processes, and procedures for efficient database managementThe environment is that of a well funded Tech Start-up, open with time to think and make the right decisions with an open dress code. This is a role for techies, those who are motivated by the sharp end of technology and the possibility of making serious money doing something you are passionate about.SQL DBA’s MUST have: 5-10 years of hands-on expertise in managing databasesProficient in analytical problem-solving and skilled in troubleshootingCapable of both independent work and effective collaboration within a team environmentProven track record in project management, successfully leading projects from start to finishKnowledgeable in various database design methodologies and techniquesWell-versed in implementing database security protocols and proceduresUnderstanding of ETL best practices across large-scale enterprise systemsExperience in optimizing performance, fine-tuning queries, and utilizing monitoring tools such as Performance Monitor and SQL ProfileSpecialized knowledge in High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions for MSSQLAutomation experience using scripting langaugesSkilled in managing indexes, maintaining index performance, and utilizing statisticsExposure to Linux environments as well as PostgreSQL and InfluxDB, is advantageousPreferred proficiency in programming languages such as .NET, C#, or C++Ability to excel in a dynamic, fast-paced work environmentThis is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing trading business at a time of significant and interesting growth within the sector. You will gain massive exposure to trading infrastructure in a trading environment as well as learning data flows from Bloomberg and how a trading floor works.My client is based in Chicago but this role is remote in the US.