Senior Database Administrator (DBA) Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to take ownership of all existing and future database instances. This individual will be responsible for the overall administration, maintenance, performance, security, availability, and optimization of database environments.
The ideal candidate will have extensive database administration experience, including backups, daily system reviews, health checks, index optimization, High Availability maintenance and monitoring, upgrades, and stored procedure development and maintenance. This role will also support Azure SQL setup and configuration, with familiarity in Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and the broader Azure ecosystem.
The DBA will work closely with external vendors and business stakeholders to identify and implement database optimizations, support data extraction and reporting requirements, and ensure database systems operate efficiently and reliably.
Key Responsibilities- Take ownership of all existing database instances and any future database implementations.
- Manage and maintain database backups, ensuring reliability and recoverability.
- Perform daily reviews and monitoring of database systems to identify potential issues and ensure optimal performance.
- Conduct database health checks and proactively address performance, availability, and maintenance concerns.
- Optimize database performance, including index management and query optimization.
- Maintain and monitor High Availability (HA) environments.
- Perform database upgrades, maintenance, setup, and configuration.
- Develop, set up, and maintain stored procedures.
- Handle Azure SQL setup, configuration, administration, and ongoing maintenance.
- Support and maintain familiarity with Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and other Azure technologies.
- Utilize database monitoring tools, including RedGate (a plus).
- Assist with database extraction and reporting requirements, including exporting data to external organizations.
- Utilize Python and other scripting languages to support database administration, data extraction, and automation requirements.
- Work with SSIS and SSRS to support data integration and reporting needs.
- Collaborate with external vendors and internal business stakeholders on database performance improvements and optimization initiatives.
- Leverage emerging technologies, including Microsoft Copilot and AI agents, to improve database administration and operational efficiencies.
Required Qualifications & Skills- Extensive experience in database administration, with 10+ years of DBA experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of database maintenance, backups, monitoring, and performance optimization.
- Experience with index optimization, query tuning, and database health checks.
- Experience maintaining and monitoring High Availability environments.
- Experience with database upgrades, stored procedures, and database configuration.
- Experience with Azure SQL setup and configuration.
- Familiarity with Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, and the Azure ecosystem.
- Familiarity with RedGate database monitoring tools is a plus.
- Familiarity with Python and other scripting languages.
- Experience with SSIS and SSRS.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively with external vendors and business stakeholders.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to manage database responsibilities independently.
Preferred Qualifications- 10+ years of database administration experience.
- Experience with RedGate database monitoring tools.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot and AI agents.
- Experience supporting database extraction and external data reporting requirements.
- Experience working across traditional database environments and Microsoft Azure cloud technologies.