Database Administrator Jobs in Colorado
Database Administrator jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where technology companies, government contractors, and healthcare systems drive consistent demand for professionals skilled in SQL Server, Oracle, and cloud database platforms. Major employers with an established Colorado presence include Lockheed Martin, Oracle, and UCHealth, hiring at every level from junior DBA to senior architect. Roles in cloud migration, database security, and performance tuning are among the most actively recruited specialties in the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Seeking a role where your skills ensure the reliability of mission-critical databases? As a Senior Database Administrator at Spectrum, you will design, implement, and maintain robust production and non-production databases across on-prem (Oracle) and cloud/NoSQL platforms (MongoDB, Cassandra, Amazon DocumentDB, AWS RDS), supporting business continuity and data accessibility. Your technical acumen and mentorship will strengthen Spectrum’s database operations, driving effective solutions across our technology landscape.
How You’ll Make an Impact
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Perform installations and configurations of grid infrastructure, databases, clients etc. Design and maintains access and security administration, backup and recovery strategies on Database Management Systems
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Support multiple services and multiple databases of medium complexity with multiple concurrent users, ensuring control, integrity and accessibility of data
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Design, install, configure and maintain High Availability (RAC, RAC One Node, Data Guard etc.) Database solutions
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Expertise in setup using OEM as a monitoring and diagnostics tool and identifies/resolves the performance issues
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Troubleshoot alerts (alert log, Jobs, Disk Group, Tablespace etc.) and performance issues
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Perform capacity planning of Oracle server environment and provides recommendations to management to sustain business growth
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Design, implement, maintain Disaster Recovery (DR) methodologies and create documentation
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Gather business requirements and designs, implement multiple projects along with the production support
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Create standard operational procedures and templates
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Act as mentor for Database Administrators and Associate Database Administrators
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Perform research and provide plans to remediate complex business problems
- Assist the development teams to improve database design and procedures on PL/SQL best practices etc
Working Conditions
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Office environment
- 24x7 on-call support
What You’ll Bring to Spectrum
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent work experience
Experience
- 6+ years of experience working with Oracle and various database management systems in testing, implementation, maintenance and administration in a multiple platform environment
Skills
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Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
- Demonstrated knowledge of database architecture and its implementation, understanding of best practices in maintaining medium to large scale Oracle database systems
- Demonstrated knowledge of PL/SQL programming language, Change Management procedures
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Demonstrated knowledge of Instance, database and query tuning to improve the performance of the database/application
- Demonstrated understanding of SAN technologies related to SQL server disk layouts; Windows/Linux/Solaris operating systems and shell scripting
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and straightforward manner with all levels of management and company personnel
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Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple projects and tasks
- Ability to show judgment and initiative and to accomplish job duties while working under pressure
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Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, etc.)
- Ability to work independently or with others to resolve problems, handle requests or situations
- Ability to effectively consult with department managers and leaders
Preferred Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience with Oracle and other relational database management systems in testing, implementation, maintenance, and administration in a multiple platform environment, including 2+ years of hands-on experience with cloud/NoSQL platforms (MongoDB, Cassandra, Amazon DocumentDB, AWS RDS)
- Support multiple services and databases of medium complexity across relational and cloud/NoSQL platforms (Oracle, MongoDB, Cassandra, Amazon DocumentDB, AWS RDS) with multiple concurrent users, ensuring control, integrity, and accessibility of data
- Design, install, configure, and maintain High Availability (RAC, RAC One Node, Data Guard, etc.) database solutions on-prem, and cloud-native replication/failover (e.g., MongoDB replica sets, Cassandra multi-DC replication, RDS Multi-AZ)
- Monitor and tune performance using both traditional tools (OEM) and cloud-native monitoring (CloudWatch, MongoDB Atlas/Ops Manager, DataStax OpsCenter), identifying and resolving performance issues
- Demonstrated knowledge of cloud database provisioning, scaling, and security configuration (AWS RDS, MongoDB, Cassandra, or Amazon DocumentDB)
- AWS Certified Database - Specialty or equivalent cloud/NoSQL certification (e.g., MongoDB Certified DBA)
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in database administrator jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field required
- Proficiency in SQL Server, Oracle, or PostgreSQL database administration and management
- Experience with cloud database platforms such as AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud SQL
- Knowledge of database security, backup and recovery procedures, and performance tuning
- Microsoft Certified Database Administrator or Oracle Database certification strongly preferred
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automation tasks
Database Administrator Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a database administrator in Colorado?
Database administration in Colorado has no state-issued license, so the path runs through education and industry certification. Most Colorado employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, paired with certifications such as Microsoft Certified Database Administrator or Oracle Database Certified Professional. Candidates who build hands-on experience with SQL Server or cloud platforms and document that work through a portfolio are consistently competitive in the Colorado market.
How much do database administrators make in Colorado?
Database administrators in Colorado earn a median of about $118,340 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,930 for the lowest 10% to over $164,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire database administrators in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring database administrators in Colorado include Spectrum, Entarian, and UCHealth, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's mix of federal defense contractors, large health systems, and technology firms means demand for database administrators is distributed across several distinct industry sectors.
Which Colorado cities have the most database administrator jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Greenwood Village have the most database administrator openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as the state's largest tech and corporate hub, while Colorado Springs draws significant hiring through federal agencies and defense contractors, and Boulder's concentration of software and research companies generates steady demand for database professionals.
Are there remote database administrator jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields, because database administration is fundamentally a desk and systems-access role that translates well to remote work. About 67% of database administrator openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting broad employer comfort with off-site DBA work. Roles focused on cloud database management, monitoring, and query optimization tend to be the most consistently offered as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a database administrator in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior DBA or database analyst role, which Colorado health systems like UCHealth and SCL Health and large technology employers in the Denver metro regularly post for candidates with foundational SQL skills and a relevant degree or certification. Moving laterally from a data analyst, systems administrator, or IT support role is a common route, since those positions build directly transferable skills. Earning a Microsoft or Oracle entry-level database certification before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that offsets limited hands-on experience.
Where can I find and apply to database administrator jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to database administrator jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated in real time. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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