Database Administrator (Chicago, IL - US)

Interested in joining a growing company where you will work with talented colleagues, enhance a supportive and energetic culture, and be part of the climate solution? At Energy Solutions, we focus on the big impacts. And we believe that market-based programs can be a powerful force to deliver large-scale energy, carbon, and water-use savings. Since 1995, we’ve harnessed that power to offer proven, performance-based solutions for our utility, government, and institutional customers. Energy Solutions (ES) is currently seeking a full-time Database Administrator to join our Information Systems Team. The Database Administrator/Analyst (DBA) is responsible for managing, optimizing, and supporting the database administration, performance tuning, data access controls, data governance support, database security management of the company’s database environments. This role helps ensure that databases are secure, reliable, highly available, and performant, serving as a key enabler for both internal engineering teams and customer-facing applications. The DBA will collaborate closely with Development, QA, and Operations teams to implement best practices for database management, streamline deployments, and proactively monitor database health across all environments. Beyond database administration, the DBA/Analyst will perform data analysis, develop and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards, and deliver trusted, actionable insights that support engineering, operations, and business decision-making across the organization. The Database Administrator plays a pivotal role within Energy Solutions’ Information Systems Team by ensuring the company’s databases and analytical data assets are secure, reliable, performant, and scalable. This role directly impacts the effectiveness of engineering teams, operational leaders, and business stakeholders by enabling accurate reporting, visibility into system performance, and data-driven decision-making that supports both internal operations and customer-facing applications. Energy Solutions offers a remote-friendly environment with offices in Oakland and Orange, California, Boston, Massachusetts, New York, and Chicago, IL. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage, maintain, and optimize company databases for performance, reliability, security, and scalability.
• Perform and manage database administration tasks (primarily relational, with exposure to NoSQL).
• Create, manage, and review database users, roles, and permissions to ensure proper access controls.
• Monitor database performance and troubleshoot bottlenecks, capacity, and indexing issues.
• Evaluate and tune queries, indexes, and configurations to optimize performance.
• Implement and maintain data security controls, including encryption, auditing, and compliance measures.
• Ensure data integrity and availability through robust backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of data governance policies and procedures and support adherence across the organization.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI and Tableau for data analysis and visualization.
• Perform and interpret data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights to support business decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and deliver analytical solutions.
• Document, review, and improve database administration procedures, security protocols, and governance frameworks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any field or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of experience in a database administrative or equivalent role.
• Expertise with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server).
• Strong skills in database monitoring, profiling, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with scripting (Python, Bash) for automation
• Solid understanding of database security, user access, and compliance best practices.
• Experience with data lineage, security, quality, and governance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud-hosted and managed database services (AWS RDS, Aurora, Redshift).
• Ability to translate complex business needs into efficient data systems.
• 7-8 years of experience in a database administrative or equivalent role.

The salary range for this role is $121,679 - $147,639 with a target compensation of $121,679 - $137,625 based on experience and qualifications. Compensation is commensurate with experience and includes a generous retirement package. Energy Solutions provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, other pre-tax contribution plans and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). AI Use At Energy Solutions we believe in the importance of authentic interactions and equitable opportunities. We base our candidate selection on one’s own skills, knowledge, and experience. To ensure the integrity and fairness of our interview process, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (including Generative AI) or other means to generate or assist with responses during interviews is strictly prohibited. This practice supports our commitment to create a transparent and equitable space where skills, knowledge and experience skills can truly shine. Equal Opportunity Employer Energy Solutions is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. We afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Energy Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. Office Locations and a Remote Workforce Energy Solutions operates as a predominantly remote workforce with offices in six different locations. Employees who reside within 40 miles of an office (except New York) will be assigned to that location, though in-office attendance requirements may vary by team. At this time, we are not accepting applications from candidates residing in the following states: Delaware, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, and Wyoming. Background Check Information Information will be requested to perform the compulsory background check. A drug screen and authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely are preconditions of employment. Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable Accommodations Energy Solutions is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations in completing this application, interviewing, and/or completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected]. Privacy Notice for Job Applicants Apply tot his job Apply To this Job