Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator
- Code Beacons Inc.
2 Hours Ago
NA
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Houston-TX
13-15 Years
Required Skills: Automation, AWS, Azure, PostgreSQL, PowerShell, SQL Server, Ansible, Mongo, Python, Snowflake, SOX-compliant or regulated environments, SolarWinds, Idera, Dynatrace, Grafana
Job Description
INTERVIEW PROCESS: first round will be half hour via Teams video; second round will be two hours F2F with existing team
Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator (with Open-Source DB experience) with proven experience in enterprise‑scale environments across both on‑premises and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL Server along with hands‑on experience supporting widely used open‑source databases such as PostgreSQL or MongoDB, plus exposure to any other additional database technologies. This role will assist with installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support of SQL Server environments across both production and non-production systems in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
Experience working with virtualized infrastructure, cloud technologies (Azure, AWS), and DevOps automation is critical.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Must Have
• 12+ years experience
• Automation
• AWS
• Azure
• PostgreSQL or Postgres
• PowerShell
• SQL Server
Nice To Have
• Ansible
• Mongo
• Python
• Snowflake
**This position is a contract position with the possibility to go perm. Therefore:(1) Candidates must be eligible to permanently work in the US; (2) At minimum, a high school diploma or GED equivalent is required for candidates seeking placement in this position**
Key Responsibilities
Database Administration & Operations
• Manage SQL Server databases across development, test, production, and DR environments.
• Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances following established standards and documentation.
• Administer and support PostgreSQL environments; exposure to additional RDBMS platforms is a plus.
• Perform and validate database backups, restores, disaster recovery tests, and capacity/performance monitoring.
Performance, Troubleshooting & High Availability
• Troubleshoot SQL Server issues including performance, blocking, connectivity, integrity, and HA configuration issues.
• Support Always-On Availability Groups, failover clustering, Distributed Availability Groups, and related HA/DR technologies.
• Work with Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure database reliability, security, performance, and recoverability.
Automation & Scripting
• Develop and maintain automation using T‑SQL, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, or similar technologies.
• Create and maintain administrative scripts for maintenance, monitoring, and operational workflows.
Cloud & DevOps Support
• Support database deployments across Azure and AWS environments.
• Participate in DevOps pipelines, CI/CD processes, and database automation initiatives.
Operational Support & Collaboration
• Work within a ticketing system to manage incidents, service requests, and change requests.
• Provide real‑time support for deployments, production issues, and urgent operational tasks.
• Contribute to database standards, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement opportunities.
Required Qualifications
• 12+ years of hands‑on experience as a SQL Server DBA.
• Strong expertise with SQL Server 2016–2022; SQL Server 2025 experience is a plus.
• Direct hands‑on experience managing PostgreSQL or MongoDB within production environments.
• Experience with Azure and AWS database services and cloud administration.
• Proficiency with HA technologies including Always-On AGs and Distributed Availability Groups.
• Experience with SQL Server in virtualized ecosystems (VMware); Zerto familiarity is a plus.
• Strong scripting skills: T‑SQL, PowerShell; exposure to Python/Ansible preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working in SOX‑compliant or regulated environments.
• DevOps or automation‑focused background.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications with high‑transaction workloads.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Idera, Dynatrace, Grafana, etc.).
• Experience with other open‑source database platforms beyond PostgreSQL or MongoDB
• Experience with specialized cloud databases such as Snowflake is preferred.
Daily Tasks/Priorities Expected:
• Manage on-prem and cloud SQL Server databases across development, test, production, and DR environments.
• Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances following established standards and documentation.
• Administer and support PostgreSQL environments; exposure to additional RDBMS/Mongo/Snowflake platforms is a plus.
• Perform and validate database backups, restores, disaster recovery tests, and capacity/performance monitoring
