Serve as a SQL Database Administrator, responsible for managing and maintaining SQL Server databases
Implement and manage database backup and recovery strategies
Collaborate with development teams to support database related tasks
Perform database performance tuning and optimization
Manage, monitor, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases to ensure high availability and reliability
Optimize database performance through indexing, query tuning, and system resource management
Develop and implement database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
Plan and execute database and server upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal downtime
Implement security measures, including encryption, authentication, and auditing to protect data
Utilize monitoring tools to proactively identify and resolve performance and reliability issues
Perform other duties as assigned.

5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator in a production environment
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Expertise in SQL Server (2017/2019/2022) installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, and optimization
Experience with Always-On Availability Groups, Clustering, and Replication
Hands-on experience in database backup, restore, and disaster recovery planning
Proficiency in SQL Server Profiler, Performance Monitor, and Extended Events
Knowledge of SSIS and SSRS
Understanding and experience of cloud-based databases (Azure, etc.) is a plus
Experience with Windows operating system a plus
Experience with VMWare a plus
Experience with Postgres and MySQL a plus
Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, good judgment, and an ability to act decisively.

SQL Database Administrator

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