Position: Senior Database Administrator – Advanced
Location: Fully Remote (SC, Only Local Candidates )
Duration: Long Term contract
Interview Process: Video
Req ID: 9798
Job Description We are seeking an experienced Senior Database Administrator to support a large-scale enterprise application migration and modernization initiative. This role will play a key part in transitioning legacy systems to modern infrastructure environments while ensuring database performance, integrity, and security. The position also includes ongoing operational support for mission-critical systems.
Key Responsibilities
Migration Planning & Execution
- Assess existing databases for migration readiness
- Plan and execute database migrations across on-premises and cloud environments
- Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to minimize downtime
- Monitor migration processes and troubleshoot issues
- Provide technical guidance and documentation during transition efforts
- Work closely with developers and cross-functional teams to ensure compatibility
Database Administration, Security & Compliance
- Configure, manage, and maintain SQL Server database environments
- Perform schema conversions, data transformations, and integrity validation
- Optimize database performance during and after migration
- Manage roles, permissions, and security configurations
- Implement encryption, auditing, and access controls
- Ensure compliance with enterprise data security standards
Required Skills
- 5+ years of experience as a Senior SQL Server DBA
- Experience migrating application databases across versions and platforms
- Strong backup and restore expertise
- SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) experience
- Experience managing database roles, permissions, and encryption
- Advanced T-SQL proficiency
Preferred Skills
- Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) implementation
- Database design and normalization
- PowerShell scripting
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred. Equivalent professional experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
Best Regards, Salman Alam
IT Recruiter||Syntricate Technologies Inc.
Email:
salman.a@syntricatetechnologies.com