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6 results for Database Manager in Chicago, IL

Database Administrator
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 57 - 66 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to support and optimize critical database environments for a contract assignment in Illinois. This contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who brings deep expertise in database performance, stability, and capacity planning across complex Microsoft SQL Server landscapes. The role will focus on improving efficiency, safeguarding availability, and providing clear technical guidance to a range of stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze database performance trends and resolve bottlenecks using wait statistics, execution plan reviews, and deadlock investigation techniques.<br>• Design and refine indexing approaches to improve query efficiency and support large-scale data processing workloads.<br>• Administer high-availability database environments, including clustered deployments, AlwaysOn configurations, and multi-instance setups.<br>• Use monitoring and diagnostic platforms such as Redgate, SQL profiling tools, and stress-testing solutions to evaluate system health and performance.<br>• Partner with technical teams to optimize partitioning strategies for large datasets and strengthen overall database reliability.<br>• Support database-related components and processes connected to SSIS and SSRS within the broader data environment.<br>• Configure and maintain database server settings in coordination with Windows Server administration, including memory allocation, access controls, and security practices.<br>• Communicate analysis results, risks, and recommended improvements clearly to both technical audiences and business stakeholders.
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 55.4135 - 64.163 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a real estate and property organization in Chicago, Illinois on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on builder who can create and improve modern data pipelines, manage core data platforms, and support reliable data delivery across the business. You will work within the Azure ecosystem to develop scalable solutions that connect multiple data sources, strengthen data quality, and enable informed decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, build, and enhance end-to-end data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and/or Azure Data Factory for production use.<br>• Manage and improve the data environment with a strong ownership mindset, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.<br>• Integrate data from varied sources such as APIs, databases, and flat files into structured, usable datasets.<br>• Develop data models and schema designs that support reporting, analytics, and downstream business needs.<br>• Monitor data quality and implement validation checks, troubleshooting issues through root cause analysis and continuous optimization.<br>• Create scalable cloud-based data solutions within Azure that support long-term operational and analytical goals.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business questions into practical data engineering solutions.<br>• Contribute to orchestration, automation, and ongoing support of data workflows using modern engineering tools and programming languages.
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
Data Engineer
  • Wood Dale, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Data Engineer to help shape and scale a modern cloud-based data environment in Wood Dale, Illinois. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating reliable data solutions from the ground up and turning disconnected information into trusted reporting assets. You will work closely with business and technical partners to build a strong data foundation that improves visibility, consistency, and decision-making. The role offers a hands-on chance to define standards, streamline data delivery, and support long-term scalability in a collaborative team setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and refine scalable data models and curated datasets within BigQuery to support accurate analysis and reporting.<br>• Build, manage, and optimize ETL workflows and data pipelines that connect information from SaaS applications and other source systems.<br>• Develop reporting-ready data structures and dashboards that provide clear, dependable insights for business users.<br>• Establish data quality practices, documentation standards, and performance metrics to strengthen trust in enterprise reporting.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate reporting objectives into well-structured data solutions.<br>• Automate repetitive data tasks through scripting and lightweight engineering approaches using tools such as Python.<br>• Apply governance and maintainability best practices to improve how data is organized, accessed, and supported over time.<br>• Contribute to modernization efforts by helping move data processes away from legacy workflows into scalable cloud-based platforms.
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Collection Manager
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 98000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Collection Manager to lead mortgage servicing collections operations in the Northwest Suburbs Illinois. This role will guide delinquency management efforts, strengthen borrower outreach strategies, and ensure service delivery meets regulatory, investor, and client expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of mortgage collections, and a track record of improving team performance, compliance, and operational results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead day-to-day mortgage collections activities across servicing portfolios, with a focus on reducing delinquency levels and meeting performance targets.</p><p>• Direct borrower contact strategies, account resolution efforts, and referral workflows to support effective delinquency management and positive customer outcomes.</p><p>• Maintain adherence to applicable federal and state collection laws, investor requirements, bankruptcy standards, and client obligations throughout department operations.</p><p>• Prepare the team and supporting documentation for internal reviews, client audits, regulatory examinations, and other compliance assessments.</p><p>• Oversee call quality programs to promote compliant communication, strong service standards, and a thorough borrower experience.</p><p>• Evaluate escalated cases and quality findings to uncover coaching needs and implement practical process improvements.</p><p>• Set departmental goals and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly results while providing guidance, feedback, and development for team members.</p><p>• Partner with Loss Mitigation, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure, and Customer Service teams to resolve complex borrower issues and support broader servicing initiatives.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reporting, dialer usage, automation, and related tools to increase efficiency and strengthen operational controls.</p>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Collections Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 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><b><u>Job Description:</u></b></p><p>•        Manage delinquency performance across all servicing portfolios, ensuring achievement of client, investor, and company delinquency reduction goals.</p><p>•        Oversee collection call strategies, queue management, dialer campaigns, and workforce allocation to maximize borrower contact rates and delinquency resolution outcomes.</p><p>•        Monitor collection effectiveness through key performance indicators including roll rates, right-party contacts, promise-to-pay fulfillment, cure rates, and loss mitigation referrals.</p><p>•        Ensure compliance with CFPB servicing regulations, FDCPA, FCRA, FACT Act, bankruptcy requirements, state collection laws, investor guidelines, and client contractual requirements.</p><p>•        Maintain department readiness for internal audits, external audits, regulatory examinations, and client reviews.</p><p>•        Establish and oversee call quality monitoring programs to ensure compliance, professionalism, borrower experience, and adherence to company standards.</p><p>•        Review escalated accounts and quality assurance findings to identify training and process improvement opportunities.</p><p>•        Identify and implement technology, workflow, dialer, reporting, and automation enhancements that improve operational efficiency, compliance, and borrower engagement.</p><p>•        Establish daily, weekly, and monthly performance objectives and provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and development to maximize employee and departmental success.</p>
  • 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z
Digital Program Manager
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We’re hiring a Senior Program Manager to drive delivery across a large-scale AI Search and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) program spanning 55+ workstreams.</p><p>This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in complexity, moves at pace, and can keep multiple internal teams and agency partners aligned against clear deadlines, standards, and commercial outcomes.</p><p><br></p><p>What you’ll do</p><ul><li>Own end-to-end program delivery across content, technical, authority, social, community, and commercial workstreams</li><li>Manage the master plan, dependencies, risks, and RAG status across 55+ initiatives</li><li>Lead weekly program standups and executive reporting</li><li>Keep agency partners and internal stakeholders accountable to timelines, quality standards, and deliverables</li><li>Coordinate across multiple lines of business and internal stakeholders</li><li>Oversee tooling and process infrastructure to ensure a single source of truth across the program</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z