Specialist, System Architecture
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Job Summary
Req Id: 429494
At Bell our purpose is to advance how Canadians connect with each other and the world. We achieve this by providing consumers and businesses with the best network technologies in the world innovative digital solutions and seamless customer experiences. Its all developed and delivered by the members of #TeamBell and were always on the lookout for people with great skills and experiences.
We provide a supportive and inclusive community where all team members can succeed. And through our commitment to environmental social and governance initiatives you will feel good about the greater impact you will have making every day better for people as they connect work learn and play.
Join us. You belong at Bell.
Summary
We are seeking a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) to oversee the installation configuration performance integrity and security of our organizations databases. The DBA will play a crucial role in ensuring the availability reliability and efficiency of our data systems supporting both operational needs and strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Database Management: Install configure upgrade and patch database software.
- Performance Monitoring & Tuning: Continuously monitor database performance identify bottlenecks and implement optimization strategies to ensure efficient data retrieval and processing.
- Backup & Recovery: Develop implement and regularly test robust backup and disaster recovery plans to safeguard data integrity and ensure business continuity.
- Security: Implement and maintain database security measures including user access controls role management and data encryption.
- Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve database-related issues including performance problems connectivity errors and data corruption.
- Database Design Support: Collaborate with development teams to design efficient database schemas optimize queries and provide technical guidance on database best practices.
- Capacity Planning: Monitor database growth and forecast future resource requirements (storage CPU memory).
- High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Implement and manage high availability solutions (e.g. clustering replication) and participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
- Documentation: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of database configurations procedures and standards.
- Automation: Develop scripts and tools to automate routine database tasks.
Critical Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Database Administrator.
- In-depth knowledge of one or more major database management systems (e.g. SQL Server Oracle MySQL PostgreSQL MongoDB).
- Strong proficiency in SQL stored procedures triggers and database design principles.
- Expertise in database performance tuning optimization and troubleshooting.
- Solid understanding of backup recovery and disaster recovery methodologies.
- Experience with database security best practices.
- Familiarity with operating systems (Windows Server Linux).
- Scripting skills (e.g. PowerShell Bash) for automation are advantageous.
- Experience with cloud database platforms (AWS RDS Azure SQL Database Google Cloud SQL) is a plus.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.
Leadership Competencies:
- Transformational agent agile and ability to mobilize resources and execute on critical initiatives needed to transform our business
- Great communicator ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
- Critical thinker demonstrated ability to tackle complex problems effectively
- Avid learner continuous learner of all things technical and process
- Focus driven ability to manage stress and pressure in a collaborative environment
- Dynamic collaborator with multiple project team member experience (vendors project managers analysts architecture business sponsors etc
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Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
Additional Information:
Position Type: Management
Job Status:Regular - Full Time
Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 04/13/2026
For work arrangements that are Hybrid successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.
Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.
We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team youll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us youll be eligible for medical dental vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus as a Bell team member youll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.
At Bell we are proud of our focus on fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all team members feel valued respected supported and that they belong.
We also want to make sure that everyone has an equal opportunity to join our team. We encourage individuals who may require accommodations during the hiring process to let us know. For a confidential inquiry email your recruiter or to make arrangements. If you have questions or feedback regarding accessibility at Bell we invite you to complete the Accessibility feedback form or visit our Accessibility page for other ways to contact us.
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Created: CanadaON Toronto
Bellone of Canadas Top 100 Employers.
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About Company
Canada’s largest communications company, BCE leads the industry in providing advanced broadband communications networks and services to consumers and business customers across the country.
