Senior SQL Database Administrator

Position Overview

The Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA) is a strategic technical leader responsible for the design, optimization, security, and scalability of enterprise database platforms. This role partners closely with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure high-performing, resilient, and secure database environments that support mission-critical applications.

This individual serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for SQL Server environments, drives best practices, leads complex initiatives (cloud, automation, modernization), and mentors junior DBAs.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead database architecture & strategy
• Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server database solutions across on-premises and cloud environments (Azure).
• Drive database modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and hybrid architectures.
• Own performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization for large-scale, high-transaction systems.
• Proactively identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to ensure scalability and reliability.
• Architect and maintain HA/DR solutions (Always On Availability Groups, replication, backups, failover strategies).
• Ensure business continuity and compliance with uptime SLAs in a 24x7 environment.
• Lead database security strategy including access controls, encryption, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with security teams to ensure adherence to data governance standards.
• Drive adoption of Azure database services, including performance optimization, cost management, and scaling strategies.
• Develop automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
• Oversee monitoring, incident response, and root cause analysis using enterprise tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Azure Monitor).
• Improve operational processes, documentation, and runbooks for consistency and efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and application teams to optimize database interactions and support product delivery.
• Serve as escalation point for complex database issues.
• Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.
• Influence technical direction and establish database best practices across the organization.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience administering and optimizing SQL Server environments in enterprise-scale environments
• Deep expertise in SQL Server (2014–2022), including performance tuning, HA/DR, and troubleshooting
• Strong experience with Azure SQL / cloud database platforms, including migration, scaling, and cost optimization
• Experience with hybrid environments and data replication technologies (e.g., Oracle GoldenGate)
• Familiarity with Oracle environments (nice to have, not primary focus)
• Advanced scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, Python, etc.)
• Strong experience with monitoring, alerting, and incident management tools
• Experience with data warehousing and BI concepts
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Successful completion of the Nlets fingerprinting background assessment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience leading database strategy or large-scale transformation projects
• Strong expertise in performance tuning for high-volume transactional systems
• Experience partnering with executive stakeholders or product leadership
• Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, infrastructure as code)

Personal Skills and Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset with the ability to navigate complex technical environments
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to lead initiatives independently and influence across teams
• Adaptable in fast-pace, evolving environments
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on reliability and quality

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