Database Administrator

Position Summary

VideoMining Corporation is seeking a qualified Database Administrator (DBA) to provide database administration and support for the design, development, production, test, and management environments of a web-based data analysis and reporting application. We are looking for a self-motivated professional who can work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Day-to-day activities will include: system monitoring; problem investigation and resolution; intelligent and efficient data warehouse back-up creation and maintenance; SQL-related implementation and administration; database optimization; and support for product development and enhancement projects. Responsibilities will also include monitoring and auditing the integrity of the data, and working with internal and client teams to compile the data and help with specific data analytics projects.

VideoMining is a leading provider of software-based services for converting video into actionable information. The company’s breakthrough technologies work with surveillance-type cameras to automatically derive behavior and demographics of people to provide retail businesses with real-time “intelligence” for improving customer service, marketing, and merchandising. For more information about our company, please visit: www.videomining.com.

Experience/Skills Required

The ideal candidate will have:

1. BS/BA in information science and technology, computer science, or a related field
2. Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
3. Strong understanding of relational databases and database management systems, such as MySQL, Oracle, Sybase or DB2
4. Experience in SQL-based implementation and administration
5. Knowledge of data warehouse design, construction, and management
6. Experience working with logical data model and schema design, development, and optimization 

Preferred experience includes:

1. Understanding of MicroStrategy Business Intelligence (BI) platform and development of BI applications using the MicroStrategy SDK
2. Background in web programming using Java, C, C++, JavaScript, Web Services, and ASP.net
3. Experience in script language, such as Python, is a plus
4. Experience in the retail industry

Benefits

Excellent work environment and benefits package. Health, dental, and vision insurance available. Opportunity to participate in attractive stock ownership plan.

Location

The position is located at our headquarters in the State College, Pennsylvania Metropolitan Area, which encompasses all of Centre County. Enriched by a culturally diverse and vibrant population, State College is home to the main campus of The Pennsylvania State University, and is often referred to as “Happy Valley.” It has been ranked by Psychology Today as the No. 1 lowest stress city in the United States; rated the 7^th safest city by Places Rated Almanac; and rated the 5^th best place to live among northeast small cities. Further information about the State College area can be found at the following links:

            http://wapedia.mobi/en/State_College

            http://www.statecollegecentral.com/scc2/index.html

Contact Information

jobs@videomining.com

Human Resources

Refer to Job Posting 2009-DBA-1

All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

VideoMining Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.