Database Administrator

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

NBCUniversal is looking for a passionate and tech-savvy individual to join our team, supporting cutting-edge data and application platforms in a fast-paced 24/7 environment. If you love solving complex problems, collaborating with others, and delivering innovative solutions with minimal guidance, this role is for you! Join us in driving innovation and delivering world-class solutions!

What you’ll do:

• Provide 24x7 support for critical applications and databases
• Partner with developers and stakeholders to design impactful technology solutions
• Dive deep into business processes and recommend efficiency-boosting enhancements
• Maintain applications on AWS and Microsoft Azure cloud platforms
• Oversee database tasks like backups, performance optimization, and disaster recovery
• Manage ETL pipelines and build solutions using Microsoft 365 tools (SharePoint, Power Apps, Power Automate
• Additional responsibilities as required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, Media and Design; or completion of an advanced technical IT training program; or equivalent military or professional experience
• 3+ years of experience in designing and supporting production data platforms
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS or Azure cloud environments
• 2+ years of experience in Microsoft 365 solutions
• Demonstrated proficiency in T-SQL, .NET, Python, and CI/CD tools
• Ability to work in a hybrid role based out of Stamford, Connecticut, with a minimum of 3-4 days per week in-office presence
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as required by the 24/7 nature of the role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in media, broadcast, and sports industries
• AWS Certifications

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3-4 days per week when not on a remote production event. 

Additional Information:

This position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and various other discounts and perks. For a comprehensive overview of the benefits offered by NBCUniversal, please visit the Benefits page on the Careers website. 

Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].