Senior Sql Database Administrator

Job Title: MSSQL DBA with AWS/Azure Expertise

We are seeking a skilled MSSQL Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS)/Azure to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our MSSQL databases hosted on AWS/Azure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Management:

• Install, configure, and maintain MSSQL Server databases in AWS/Azure environments.

• Monitor database performance and implement tuning and optimization strategies.

• Backup and Recovery:

• Develop and implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Perform regular database backups and restore operations as needed.

• Performance Tuning:

• Analyze and optimize SQL queries and database structures for improved performance.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.

• AWS/Azure Integration:

• Utilize AWS services such as RDS, EC2, and S3 for database hosting and management.
• Implement and manage database replication and clustering in AWS.

• Troubleshooting:

• Diagnose and resolve database-related issues and incidents in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot application-related database issues.

• PoC Development:

• Lead the design and implementation of proof of concept projects to validate new ideas and technologies on AWS/Azure.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and success criteria for PoCs.

• Technical Expertise:

• Provide expert guidance on AWS/Azure services, architecture, and best practices to ensure optimal solutions.
• Evaluate and recommend appropriate AWS/Azure services and tools based on project requirements.

• Documentation and Reporting:

• Document PoC findings, including architecture diagrams, implementation details, and performance metrics.
• Present results and recommendations to stakeholders, highlighting potential benefits and challenges.

• Mentorship:

• Mentor and train team members on AWS/Azure best practices and PoC methodologies.
• Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an MSSQL DBA, with a strong understanding of database design and management.
• Proven experience with AWS/Azure services, particularly RDS, DRS, S3, DevOps, and EC2.
• AWS/Azure Certified Database – Specialty or similar certification.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.