Database Administrator

Key Responsibilities:

• Database management: Design, maintain and administer databases supporting enterprise software solutions
• Performance tuning: Monitor and optimize database performance, including query tuning, indexing and system diagnostics
• Code review: Evaluate stored procedures, triggers, UDFs and scripts to ensure quality, consistency and adherence to standards
• Collaboration: Partner with the architecture and IT teams to maintain enterprise data models and resolve technical issues
• Data integrity: Implement error handling strategies and ensure data consistency across systems
• Process improvement: Develop and enforce database naming conventions and coding standards
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve database issues related to performance, access levels and persistence
• Mentorship: Support and mentor associate database administrators, fostering their growth and development
• Reporting and analysis: Provide data insights and create tools to empower end users with self-service reporting capabilities
• Continuous learning: Stay current with evolving database technologies and recommend upgrades and improvements

What You'll Bring:

• Technical expertise: Advanced skills in Microsoft SQL Server (2012–2022), both on-prem and Azure environments
• Performance optimization: Deep knowledge of server tuning, indexing and monitoring using tools such as SQL Sentry and Redgate
• System architecture: Experience with clustered and high-availability solutions, distributed data and replication strategies
• Automation skills: Proficiency in PowerShell scripting to automate and streamline processes
• Analytical mindset: Strong problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and a proactive approach
• Team collaboration: Excellent communication skills and ability to work closely with diverse teams

Qualifications:

• Education: College degree, technical certification or equivalent industry experience
• Experience: More than seven years of SQL Server administration in transactional or data warehouse environments
• Technical skills: Expertise in T-SQL, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS, SQL Profiler, and Management Studio
• Preferred experience: Exposure to Azure SQL PaaS, Cosmos DB, versioning and automated database deployments
• Soft skills: Strong communication, organizational and mentoring capabilities

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings