Senior Sybase Database Administrator Engineer

Company: CGI
Location: Reston
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Position Description: CGI has an immediate need for a Senior Sybase Database Administrator Engineer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment supporting one of the largest customers. We take an innovative approach to supporting our client, working side-by-side in an agile environment using emerging technologies. We partner with 15 of the top 20 banks globally, and our top 10 banking clients have worked with us for an average of 26 years!. This role is located at a client site in Reston, VA. A hybrid working model is acceptable. Your future duties and responsibilities: The Senior Sybase Database Administrator Engineer is responsible for the design, administration, support, and optimization of mission-critical Sybase database environments supporting enterprise applications. This role involves hands-on database administration across on-premises and AWS cloud platforms, automation of database operations, and high-availability and replication support. In addition to database responsibilities, the role contributes to system-level application development activities, including analysis, design, development, unit testing, and defect resolution throughout the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). The position works closely with internal stakeholders, providing consulting services and technical expertise while supporting multiple concurrent initiatives in a hybrid work environment. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: . 10 years of hands-on experience in Sybase database administration . 10 years of software development experience across relevant platforms Extensive hands-on experience administering Sybase ASE (Adaptive Server Enterprise) and Sybase Transact-SQL . Strong background supporting Sybase databases in Linux environments, both on-premises and within AWS cloud . Experience with database upgrades, migrations, and version management across multiple Linux platforms in AWS . Expertise in high availability (HA) configurations, replication setup, performance tuning, and complex troubleshooting . Proficiency with AutoSys scheduling, role-based access control (RBAC), and database encryption . Hands-on experience automating database operations using Unix shell scripting and Python . Strong experience automating backup, monitoring, and configuration processes in AWS cloud environments . Production support experience for large-scale, business-critical systems . Solid understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) . Working knowledge of one or more development technologies such as Java/J2EE, EJB, ASP, PowerBuilder, C/C++, SQL, Oracle, Sybase, MQ Series, Visual Basic, CGI, and Windows/NT . Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills . Excellent communication, time management, and technical presentation abilities . Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously . Comfortable providing consulting and advisory services to internal customers and stakeholders Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.? LI-LB3 DICE Other Information: CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $85,100.00 - $121,200.00. CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: . Competitive compensation . Comprehensive insurance options . Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan . Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time . Paid parental leave .Learning opportunities and tuition assistance . Wellness and Well-being programs Skills: C C++ Linux Oracle Python SQL Unix What you can expect from us: Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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