Database Administrator, Content Applications, Penguin Random House (Open to Remote)

Penguin Random House seeks a Database Administrator to join our guild of IT database professionals, supporting multiple aspects of publishing operations, content management, and other custom systems. The Database Administrator will be responsible for supporting existing application databases and working to transition systems to a cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring security and license compliance, using CI/CD standards.

Penguin Random House is home to genre-defining children’s literature, from Dragons Love Tacos to The Phantom Tollbooth; best-in-class storytellers including Margaret Atwood, Tommy Orange, Celeste Ng, and Jasmine Guillory; and culture-shaping works such as Becoming by Michelle Obama and Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundational background in database management, performance, and security supporting ongoing efforts towards cloud migration. Must be a motivated, team-player with the ability to work cross functionally with a positive attitude, a self-starter with proactive thinking of solutions. 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Experienced with Database Management Systems (DBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle, including installation, configuration, and maintenance.
• Proficient in designing and managing relational databases using SQL, including schema design, normalization, and query optimization.
• Skilled in database performance tuning, including indexing strategies, query optimization, and monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of database security practices, including user authentication, authorization, encryption, and backup strategies.

• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database queries and performance.
• Develop and maintain database documentation, including data standards, procedures, and definitions.
• Contribute to an environment of continuous improvement and innovation by working collaboratively with your peers.
• Communicate your ideas effectively to achieve the right outcome for your team and customer.

Please apply if you meet the following preferred qualifications:

• 3+ years’ experience managing an Oracle database environment.
• 3+ years’ experience with cloud-based database solutions
• 3+ years’ experience with Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration (CI/CD) techniques
• 2+ years’ experience with database migration processes

The Essentials:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong approachable communicator in both verbal and written communication
• Proactive multitasker who feels comfortable collaborating as needed
• An adaptable demeanor when learning new tools, features, and work tactics.
• Proven ability to organize themselves and can strategically prioritize deadlines.

The salary range for this position is $95K-$105K.  All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results. 

Please apply using our ATS system by July 31, 2025 and include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and look over our hybrid and open-to-remote guidelines on our FAQs page.

Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.

Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.

Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Penguin Random House LLC 

Country: United States of America 

State/Region: New York 

City: New York 

Postal Code: 10019 

Job ID: 281151