Sr Database Admin - Calgary, AB or Saskatoon, SK

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.   

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

What you will do:

• Design, implement, and maintain relational and non-relational databases to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.
• Monitor database health and performance using tools and scripts; identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
• Perform regular database backups, restores, and disaster recovery testing to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Implement and manage user access controls, roles, and permissions in accordance with security policies.
• Collaborate with developers and data engineers to optimize SQL queries, indexes, and schema design.
• Apply patches and updates to database systems and monitor for vulnerabilities.
• Maintain and update documentation for database structures, processes, and policies.
• Support data migration, ETL processes, and integration efforts across systems and platforms.
• Participate in capacity planning and ensure scalability and reliability of data environments.
• Provide on-call support and troubleshooting for production database incidents and outages.

What you will bring:

• 3–5 years of experience in database administration or database development roles.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Oracle DBA, or AWS Certified Database – Specialty are a plus.
• Proficiency in SQL and database technologies such as AWS RDS, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Experience with database monitoring and tuning tools (e.g., SQL Profiler, Performance Monitor, pgAdmin, OEM).
• Strong knowledge of data backup strategies, recovery models, and disaster recovery planning.
• Familiarity with cloud database services (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database, Google Cloud SQL).
• Understanding data modeling, normalization, and indexing strategies.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to diagnose complex database issues.
• Knowledge of security best practices for data protection, encryption, and compliance.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.   

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.   

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