SQL Database Administrator

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server environments
• Monitor database performance, optimize queries, and tune indexes
• Perform backups, restorations, log shipping, and disaster recovery testing
• Configure and support high-availability systems such as AlwaysOn, clustering, or mirroring
• Manage database security including roles, permissions, encryption, and audits
• Troubleshoot database failures, corruption, long-running queries, and performance bottlenecks
• Support developers with schema changes, stored procedures, and data migrations
• Maintain documentation of schemas, configurations, and DR procedures
• Assist in ETL processes and reporting activities

• 3+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA
• Strong SQL/T-SQL skills including stored procedures and performance tuning
• Experience with SSMS, SQL Agent Jobs, SSRS, and SSIS
• Familiarity with high-availability database configurations
• Knowledge of indexing strategies, execution plans, and query optimization
• Understanding of backup strategies and disaster recovery planning
• Ability to troubleshoot deadlocks, blocking, and database performance issues
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Experience with Azure SQL or cloud-based databases is a plus
• Relevant certifications (MCSA, MCSE, Azure Data) are a plus

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