SQL Database Administrator

SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

Remote(Travel required)

Contract

We are seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator (DBA) with over 10 years of expertise in managing and maintaining SQL Server databases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in configuring and supporting replication instances, as well as proficiency in SQL Server Reporting Services. Leadership experience is preferred. This role does not require cloud experience. The successful candidate will ensure the stability, performance, and security of our SQL Server databases while leading a team of database professionals.

Experience Required:

• Ideally 10+ years of experience as a System/Application DBA on multiple versions of SQL Server.
• Must have experience configuring and supporting replication instances between different SQL Server databases.
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services is required.
• Experience as a tech lead/team lead is preferred.
• Cloud experience is NOT required.

Responsibilities:

• Configure and support replication instances between different SQL Server databases.
• Manage and maintain SQL Server databases across multiple versions.
• Ensure the stability, performance, and security of SQL Server databases.
• Implement and manage SQL Server Reporting Services.
• Lead and mentor a team of database professionals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and meet database requirements.
• Perform regular database backups, recovery, and maintenance tasks.
• Monitor database performance and optimize queries.

Skills:

• Proficiency in SQL Server database administration.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server replication and reporting services.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication skills.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (preferred).