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7 results for Database Administrator in Chicago, IL

Systems Administrator
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Systems Administrator to support and enhance a cloud-focused infrastructure environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who excels in Microsoft Azure administration, Windows Server support, and identity management while delivering dependable service across distributed teams. The role will focus on maintaining secure, high-performing systems, resolving technical issues, and contributing to infrastructure improvements that strengthen day-to-day operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the health, availability, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure environments, ensuring cloud resources remain secure, stable, and optimized.<br>• Provision, configure, and manage core Azure components such as virtual machines, storage services, and virtual networks to meet operational needs.<br>• Perform routine administration for Windows Server platforms hosted in Azure, including legacy and current versions used across the environment.<br>• Administer identity and access services through Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, and Group Policy, including user provisioning and permissions management.<br>• Investigate and resolve infrastructure, operating system, application, and connectivity issues while providing advanced support for escalated service requests and incidents.<br>• Contribute to backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity activities to help protect systems and support recovery readiness.<br>• Assist with cloud infrastructure initiatives, including modernization efforts and migration-related tasks, as part of broader technology projects.<br>• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, operational procedures, and support materials for infrastructure services.<br>• Participate in on-call support as needed and collaborate with IT teams and business stakeholders serving users across multiple time zones.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve monitoring, automation, system performance, and operational processes, including support for PowerShell-based scripting efforts.
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to take ownership of a growing enterprise data platform. This role is best suited for a highly capable, hands-on individual who can build, optimize, and support modern data solutions while working closely with business and technical stakeholders. The position offers the opportunity to shape data architecture, improve data accessibility, and contribute to a scalable analytics environment. This is an onsite role, with three days per week in the office.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines that support enterprise reporting, analytics, and operational needs.<br>• Develop and enhance data integration workflows using Microsoft Fabric or Azure Data Factory to move and transform data efficiently.<br>• Create and refine data models and architecture standards to improve consistency, performance, and long-term usability across platforms.<br>• Write production-quality Python code to automate data processing, validation, and orchestration tasks.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into practical data engineering solutions.<br>• Monitor data platform performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements that strengthen reliability and maintainability.<br>• Work with large-scale data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, Kafka, and ETL frameworks to support evolving data initiatives.<br>• Contribute to the expansion of the data function by documenting processes and, over time, providing guidance to team members as needed.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a growing financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys building in a developing data environment, contributing to a modern cloud-based platform, and helping shape the next phase of the team’s capabilities. You will work closely with key data stakeholders in a nimble setting where initiative, sound judgment, and adaptability are highly valued.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and support data workflows that collect, refine, and deliver information across a contemporary cloud ecosystem.<br>• Develop and enhance scalable data pipelines using Python and automated ingestion platforms such as Fivetran or comparable tools.<br>• Model and transform datasets within Snowflake to enable reliable analytics and downstream business intelligence reporting.<br>• Collaborate closely with the data architect to expand and improve the organization’s overall data infrastructure.<br>• Contribute to reporting readiness by preparing curated datasets for visualization tools including Power BI and Sigma.<br>• Monitor pipeline performance and resolve data issues to maintain accuracy, consistency, and dependable delivery.<br>• Assess emerging technologies and recommend practical additions to the data stack as business needs evolve.<br>• Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment where priorities can shift and new tooling may be introduced regularly.
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to help build and maintain scalable data solutions that support critical business operations within the brokerage industry. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and focuses on designing reliable data pipelines, improving data accessibility, and enabling efficient processing across large datasets. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in modern data engineering tools and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where data quality, performance, and consistency are essential.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, develop, and optimize data pipelines that support ingestion, transformation, and delivery of large-scale datasets.<br>• Build and maintain ETL workflows to ensure accurate, timely, and dependable movement of data across platforms.<br>• Use Python and Apache Spark to process complex data efficiently and improve overall pipeline performance.<br>• Work with Apache Hadoop technologies to manage distributed data storage and computation for high-volume workloads.<br>• Implement streaming and messaging solutions with Apache Kafka to support near-real-time data integration needs.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.<br>• Monitor data processes, troubleshoot issues, and resolve bottlenecks to maintain system reliability and data integrity.<br>• Contribute to enhancements involving data platform changes or internal process updates as part of ongoing engineering initiatives.
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.<strong>                                   </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>The #1 thing on everyone&#39;s mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities                                         </strong></p><ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·        Prepare and process payroll for exempt and non-exempt multi-state employees across all entities</p><p>·        Calculating commission payments</p><p>·        Efficiently perform all necessary functions to process in-house payroll in a timely fashion. This includes but is not limited to analyzing, preparing, and submitting payroll data for all employees, benefit deductions, and tax withholdings</p><p>·        Administer and evaluate timesheets and resolve any timesheet discrepancies</p><p>·        Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, payroll practices and procedures</p><p>·        Resolve payroll issues</p><p>·        Uphold payroll policies to staff</p><p>·        Process quarterly, fiscal and calendar year-end reports and assist with fiscal year-end accruals for general ledger posting</p><p>·        Plan direct, and coordinate payroll activities and resources to ensure payroll deliverables are completed on time and within budget</p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z