Senior Database Administrator

Job Title: Senior Database Administrator (DBA)
Experience Required: 710 yearsLocation: RemoteReporting To: Global Infrastructure ManagerRole Purpose:The Senior Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and optimizing database systems across on-premises and cloud environments. The role ensures database performance, availability, security, and scalability across multiple technologies, with a primary focus on Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL, and additional exposure to PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB, flat-file, and NoSQL databases. Experience with Enterprise Data Warehousing (EDW) and Microsoft Fabric will be considered an advantage.Key Responsibilities:AreaResponsibilitiesDatabase AdministrationInstall, configure, and manage MS SQL Server and other database systems (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB, NoSQL).Azure Database ManagementAdminister and optimize Azure SQL databases, ensuring performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.Monitoring & PerformanceMonitor database health using tools such as ManageEngine Application Manager and Brent Ozar utilities; proactively identify and resolve performance issues.Performance OptimizationConduct query tuning, index management, and capacity planning for high-performance environments.Backup & RecoveryImplement and manage robust backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes.Security & ComplianceEnforce security best practices, access control, encryption, and compliance with organizational standards.Automation & MaintenanceAutomate maintenance and operational tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL, or equivalent tools.Architecture & DesignCollaborate with application and infrastructure teams on database design, partitioning, and scalability strategies.Data Warehousing (Good to Have)Exposure to EDW design, integration, or optimization will be beneficial but not mandatory.Microsoft Fabric (Add-on)Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric for unified data and analytics management will be an advantage.CollaborationWork closely with developers, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable and secure database operations.Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 710 years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (installation, configuration, clustering, replication, Always On, and performance tuning).
• Proven experience with Azure and Azure SQL administration and optimization.
• Working knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cosmos DB, flat-file, and NoSQL databases.
• Proficiency with ManageEngine Application Manager, Brent Ozar utilities, or similar monitoring tools.
• Experience with T-SQL and PowerShell scripting for automation and maintenance.
• Strong understanding of backup/recovery, HA/DR, and security best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (or equivalent certification) required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to Microsoft Fabric and modern data platform technologies.
• Familiarity with data warehousing (EDW), ETL, or analytics workflows (preferred, not required).
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized databases (Docker/Kubernetes).

Why Join Us:

• Fully remote role with global exposure and collaboration opportunities.
• Work across a broad range of database technologies and cloud platforms.
• Contribute to McLarens data and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Supportive and innovative-driven work environment.