SQL Server DBA

Job Summary:

Technically strong and detail-oriented SQL Server & Application Administrator to manage and support our Microsoft SQL Server databases and enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining database performance and availability, while also managing the deployment, configuration, and support of critical business applications.

Key Responsibilities:

SQL Server Administration:

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server (2016 and above).


• Monitor and tune SQL databases for performance, reliability, and security.


• Perform regular database backups, restorations, and disaster recovery planning.


• Implement high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) strategies (e.g., Always On, Log Shipping).


• Manage security, permissions, and roles within SQL Server environments.


• Optimize queries, indexes, and stored procedures to improve performance.


• Conduct scheduled maintenance, health checks, and capacity planning.


• Support ETL operations, data imports/exports, and integration with other systems.

Application Administration:

• Install, configure, and maintain enterprise or in-house business applications.


• Coordinate application updates, patches, and version upgrades.


• Monitor application performance and resolve application-related issues.


• Manage application user access, roles, and security settings.


• Collaborate with vendors or internal developers for troubleshooting and improvements.


• Ensure application environments (e.g., UAT, QA, PROD) are properly maintained and synchronized.


• Support integrations between applications and databases or third-party systems.

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience administering enterprise or custom business applications.


• Strong knowledge of T-SQL, performance tuning, and query optimization.


• Experience with database maintenance plans, job scheduling, and SQL Server Agent.


• Familiarity with Windows Server environments and IIS (if hosting web apps).


• Ability to analyze logs, event viewers, and troubleshoot across application/database layers.