Sql Database Administrator

Job Title:

About the Role

SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

Key Responsibilities

• Architect & Optimize:

  Design, implement, and maintain robust SQL Server database architectures to support high-availability enterprise applications.
  

• Administration Excellence:

  Perform advanced DBA tasks including installation, configuration, patching, backup & recovery, and proactive system monitoring.
  

• Performance Tuning:

  Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks using tools like Query Store, Execution Plans, and Index Optimization strategies.
  

• Security & Compliance:

  Develop and enforce database security strategies, ensuring adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
  

• Collaboration:

  Partner with software development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to optimize schema design, stored procedures, and query performance.
  

• Resilience Engineering:

  Implement and manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, and Replication.
  

• Upgrade & Migration:

  Lead database upgrade and migration initiatives with minimal impact to business operations.
  

• Documentation & Standards:

  Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation, database runbooks, and compliance audit materials aligned with industry best practices.
  

• Mentorship:

  Guide and mentor junior DBAs, fostering a knowledge-sharing culture and technical excellence within the team.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in

  Computer Science

  ,

  Information Technology

  , or related field.
  
• Minimum

  4 years

  of focused experience in

  SQL Server DBA

  roles within enterprise environments.
  
• Deep proficiency in

  SQL Server (2016/2019/2022)

  administration and infrastructure management.
  
• Proven expertise in

  query optimization

  ,

  indexing strategies

  , and

  database performance tuning

  .
  
• Strong understanding of

  database security

  , including authentication (Windows/SQL), encryption (TDE), and auditing.
  
• Hands-on experience with

  HA/DR solutions

  such as Always On AGs, Database Mirroring, Replication, and Log Shipping.
  
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to risk mitigation.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  

• Preferred Certifications:

  
  
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
  
• Microsoft Certified: Data Management and Analytics
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with

  PowerShell scripting

  or automation using

  SQL Server Agent

  .
  
• Familiarity with

  cloud-based

  SQL deployments (Azure SQL, AWS RDS).
  
• Exposure to

  DevOps

  environments and

  CI/CD pipelines

  .
  
• Knowledge of

  monitoring tools

  like Redgate, SolarWinds DPA, or SQL Sentry.
  

Why Join Us?

• Work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment.
  
• Collaborate with a world-class team of engineers, architects, and data professionals.
  
• Grow your expertise with access to continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and hands-on projects.
  
• Competitive compensation package, flexible work arrangements, and a strong culture of technical excellence.