Database Administrator Jobs in Pennsylvania
Database Administrator jobs in Pennsylvania are open across Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and West Chester and other Pennsylvania metros, with employers like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Carnegie Mellon University, and City of Philadelphia, PA hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Experience in the administration of Windows Server, including roles and features such as Active Directory, DNS, SCOM, Terminal Server, IIS, File & Print server.
- Experience in designing, implementing, and administering Microsoft SQL Server instances, including HADR solutions (Failover Cluster Instances, AlwaysOn Availability Groups).
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMWare and Microsoft Hyper-V.
- ITIL experience
Roles & Responsibilities
- Level 3 support of Microsoft Windows Servers, Microsoft SQL Server Instances and databases.
- Maintain an in-depth awareness of Microsoft technologies, roadmaps, and development activities.
- Lead and ensure the timely completion of all relevant compliance activities.
- Partner with Windows Engineering team in the design and implementation of new technologies.
- Lead Proactive monitoring, tracking, and reporting efforts as well as ongoing process and system improvements in the Windows Server / SQL Server platform.
- Engage in high level efforts to research and remediate security vulnerabilities.
- Active participation in Sev.1 and Sev.2 problem/incident management and escalation in the Windows Server / SQL Server space.
- Active awareness of the impact of change to the current environment to ensure that current architecture can support changes.
- Support of after-hours activities and production related issue resolution.
Salary Range
$80,000-$90,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Engineer
Job Id
414853
Desired Skills
MS SQL Server Administration
Salary Range
$80,000-$90,000 a year
Qualifications
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Experience in the administration of Windows Server, including roles and features such as Active Directory, DNS, SCOM, Terminal Server, IIS, File & Print server.
- Experience in designing, implementing, and administering Microsoft SQL Server instances, including HADR solutions (Failover Cluster Instances, AlwaysOn Availability Groups).
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMWare and Microsoft Hyper-V.
- ITIL experience
Roles & Responsibilities
- Level 3 support of Microsoft Windows Servers, Microsoft SQL Server Instances and databases.
- Maintain an in-depth awareness of Microsoft technologies, roadmaps, and development activities.
- Lead and ensure the timely completion of all relevant compliance activities.
- Partner with Windows Engineering team in the design and implementation of new technologies.
- Lead Proactive monitoring, tracking, and reporting efforts as well as ongoing process and system improvements in the Windows Server / SQL Server platform.
- Engage in high level efforts to research and remediate security vulnerabilities.
- Active participation in Sev.1 and Sev.2 problem/incident management and escalation in the Windows Server / SQL Server space.
- Active awareness of the impact of change to the current environment to ensure that current architecture can support changes.
- Support of after-hours activities and production related issue resolution.
Salary Range
$80,000-$90,000 a year
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Engineer
Job Id
414853
Desired Skills
MS SQL Server Administration
Salary Range
$80,000-$90,000 a year
Qualifications
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
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Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Database Administrator Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)3
- Carnegie Mellon University1
- City of Philadelphia, PA1
- LTIMindtree1
- Mastech Digital1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software9
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Education1
- Energy1
- Government & Public Sector1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in database administrator jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one major RDBMS platform such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL
- Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning for production databases
- Knowledge of database performance tuning, query optimization, and index management
- Familiarity with cloud database services including AWS RDS, Azure SQL, or Google Cloud SQL
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field
- Experience with database security practices including access controls, auditing, and encryption
Database Administrator Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How many database administrator jobs are there in Pennsylvania?
There are 14+ database administrator openings in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and West Chester. New positions post regularly as employers across Pennsylvania hire.
How much do database administrators make in Pennsylvania?
Database administrators in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $100,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,780 for the lowest 10% to over $158,360 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most database administrator jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and West Chester have the most database administrator openings in Pennsylvania right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire database administrators in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring database administrators in Pennsylvania include Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Carnegie Mellon University, and City of Philadelphia, PA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote database administrator jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes. About 43% of database administrator openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Pennsylvania metros.
How do I apply for database administrator jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can apply to database administrator jobs in Pennsylvania directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Pennsylvania location, then apply to each one that fits.
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