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Manager, Database AdministrationWedbush Securities • Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Manager, Database Administration

Manager, Database Administration

Wedbush Securities • Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.

Our IT team is seeking a Manager, Database Administration with deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and strong proficiency in PostgreSQL. The ideal candidate will have hands?on experience optimizing extremely large datasets (2 billion+ records), diagnosing and resolving complex performance issues, and architecting database solutions that scale with business growth. This is a strategic and hands?on leadership role, working closely with engineering, DevOps, and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

  • Own the full product lifecycle for compliance applications, including requirements gathering, roadmap planning, prioritization, and delivery
  • Ensure product capabilities align with SEC and FINRA regulations related to recordkeeping, surveillance, insider trading, employee trading, and disclosures
  • Serve as the key liaison between Compliance, Legal, Engineering, and vendors to gather feedback and convert business needs into technical requirements
  • Drive integration of third?party compliance tools into internal platforms including surveillance, e?communications monitoring, and case management
  • Collaborate with data teams to maintain accurate, auditable compliance data that supports internal reporting and regulatory investigations
  • Lead agile ceremonies, manage sprint backlogs, track progress, and deliver high?quality, timely solutions
  • Evaluate, onboard, and manage vendors providing compliance?related technologies and services
  • Support internal audits and risk assessments through clear documentation, transparent workflows, and process improvements
  • Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Experience and Skills

  • Bachelor's degree from accredited university required, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Minimum 10+ years of experience in database administration, with 8+ years in Microsoft SQL Server (2016 and above)
  • Strong experience with PostgreSQL, including administration and optimization
  • Proven experience managing and optimizing very large datasets (2+ billion records)
  • Deep understanding of query optimization, indexing strategies, and database internals
  • Experience with high?availability solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Replication)
  • Strong knowledge of partitioning, data archiving, and horizontal / vertical scaling techniques
  • Scripting proficiency in PowerShell, T?SQL, Bash, or Python to support automation and maintenance tasks
  • Familiarity with cloud database solutions including Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Amazon Aurora, or managed PostgreSQL
  • Strong proficiency in SQL query optimization, database performance tuning, and troubleshooting
  • Excellent problem?solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with diverse stakeholders under tight deadlines in a high?stakes environment
  • Experience working in regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare) is a plus
  • Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified : Azure Database Administrator Associate, PostgreSQL Certified Professional, MongoDB Certified DBA, or Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly preferred
  • What We Offer

    As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
  • Health Savings Account with company?sponsored contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
  • 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit?sharing contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 / year
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
  • 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
  • Paid Leave (Parental Bonding, Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time?Off, Disability, etc.)
  • FINRA License Sponsorship
  • Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs
  • The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $141,000 to $186,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case?by?case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

    Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.

    Wedbush uses E?Verify, an Internet?based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E?Verify, including your rights and responsibilities here

    This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following : Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a?3, et. seq., Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07?55.

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