SQL Server Database Administrator

We are looking for a motivated SQL Server Database Administrator with strong experience in performance tuning, troubleshooting, and keeping mission-critical systems running at their best. This is not a developer role. It is focused on administration, production support, and ensuring reliability and security. If you thrive in production environments and enjoy being the go-to problem solver, this is the right opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor database systems to ensure uptime, security, and smooth performance for IT customers
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex SQL Server issues in production environments
• Create, maintain, and test backup and disaster recovery plans to safeguard business-critical data
• Manage database maintenance, rollouts, upgrades, and system improvements
• Implement and release database changes with accuracy and minimal disruption
• Provide performance trend analysis that helps leadership make informed decisions
• Stay current with new technologies and apply them to real business challenges
• Help shape and enforce IT application standards across the division

What You Bring

• Proven SQL Server database administration and performance tuning experience
• Initiative and self-sufficiency to manage projects from start to finish
• Experience managing SQL Server security for both internal and external environments
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt and succeed in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
• 3 to 5 years working with SQL applications (Windows or web-based)
• 1 to 3 years in a database administration role supporting production systems
• Hands-on experience monitoring and tuning SQL databases on large systems
• Strong knowledge of T-SQL, stored procedures, and performance optimization
• Microsoft SQL Server certification preferred