Sr Manager, Database Administration

OverviewWelcome to Warner Bros.

Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.Our Media Platform Operations team is looking for a highly capable Sr.

DBA manager to lead and manage a team of DBAs.

You will design and develop database systems, guide the database team on structures and features, and create standard procedures to enhance scalability and performance.

You will troubleshoot complex database issues, maintain disaster recovery procedures for continuous availability, and develop best practices for performance and operational efficiency.

You will provide regular updates to management on database project status and stay updated with new database technologies to bring them into scope of the existing infrastructure.

This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership skills and in-depth technical expertise to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of our data infrastructure.Your Role Accountabilities :

OPERATIONS / PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Provide visionary leadership, direction, and mentorship to a global team of Database Administrators (DBAs), fostering a high-performance culture built on continuous improvement and advanced technical excellence.

Drive organizational talent development by overseeing performance reviews, individualized coaching, goal setting, and succession planning, in partnership with HR, across a multi-level, geographically diverse team.

Serve as the organization's foremost expert in advanced database architecture, performance optimization, data modeling, backup and recovery, guiding the team through complex challenges and emerging threats.

Lead end-to-end troubleshooting and root cause analysis of highly complex database issues, ensuring rapid resolution and optimization for large-scale, mission-critical systems.

Evaluate and implement cutting-edge database technologies and industry best practices, recommending strategic solutions that drive innovation, business agility, and market differentiation.

Build and sustain cross-functional partnerships with development, infrastructure, and security leaders to align database strategy with broad business objectives.

Act as the primary authority for all database-related regulatory and compliance audits, ensuring full adherence to data protection mandates and risk management frameworks.

Define, track, and report on executive-level KPIs for all database operations and provide strategic reporting and recommendations to senior management.

Oversee the strategic planning and delivery of enterprise-wide database projects including migrations, major upgrades, and greenfield deployments, with alignment to roadmaps, budgets, and timelines.

Own resource planning and allocation for concurrent projects, optimizing capacity to balance delivery, scalability, and operational excellence.

Provide 24 / 7 operational oversight, crisis management, and escalation leadership for all critical database incidents and business continuity scenarios.

STRATEGY

Architect, champion, and evolve a strategic roadmap for enterprise-wide database management, anticipating future business needs and technology trends.

Oversee the global deployment and governance of high-availability, disaster recovery, and multi-cloud solutions to minimize risk and maximize uptime.

Establish and enforce rigorous enterprise standards for database design, performance, scalability, and security, ensuring systems meet organizational and regulatory requirements.

Develop the skillset of the database management team through advanced training, certifications, and mentorship programs.

Serve as the senior technical liaison between IT, business stakeholders, and executive leadership, shaping enterprise architecture and strategic initiatives for current and future database platforms.

Drive the adoption of new and emerging database technologies, guiding assessment, piloting, and enterprise rollout of innovative solutions.

Lead senior-level communications and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to ensure transparency and value delivery across initiatives.

ANALYTICS

Implement and oversee enterprise-level monitoring and alerting frameworks, using analytics to drive proactive database health management and optimization.

Lead ongoing review and enforcement of database standards across platforms and business lines (Oracle, SQL Server, SAP Hana, DB2, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Snowflake, Databricks, and more).

Direct architecture and engineering teams to design and deploy scalable, highly available database solutions supporting evolving business needs.

Ensure comprehensive technical and operational documentation for use by global 24 / 7 support teams and junior staff.

Oversee major upgrades, platform migrations, and technical refreshes, ensuring alignment with security and operational requirements.

Qualifications & Experiences :

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field.

Master's degree or relevant certifications preferred.

12+ years of progressive experience in database management, including leadership of large, cross-functional DBA teams in enterprise environments.

Advanced proficiency in SQL and experience with Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and related platforms.

Deep understanding of data architecture, enterprise data integration strategies, and ETL processes.

Expert experience with cloud and hybrid database environments (AWS RDS, Azure SQL, Google Cloud Spanner, etc.).

Demonstrated success in architecting and managing high-availability and disaster recovery solutions at scale.

Hands-on experience with automation, scripting, and process optimization (Unix shell scripting, Windows batch, etc.).

Track record of standardizing and optimizing database delivery through processes, procedures, and automation.

Ability to translate complex technical information for senior audiences and produce precise documentation.

Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Ability and willingness to provide executive oversight for a 24 / 7 operating environment.

Not Required but preferred experience :

Public speaking and presentation skills.

How We Get Things Done...This section highlights our guiding principles and values.

You can find them at / and we expect you to discuss them during your interview.Championing Inclusion at WBDWarner Bros.

Discovery embraces a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, union status, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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