Database Administrator

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to support a large-scale, enterprise data center migration initiative. This role will focus on designing and executing the migration of SQL Server environments from legacy clustering solutions to modern high-availability architectures. This is a hands-on, senior-level role requiring deep expertise in SQL Server, Always On Availability Groups, and database migration strategies., * Lead the architecture, planning, and execution of database migrations from FCI (Failover Cluster Instances) to Always On Availability Groups

• Design and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions for large-scale SQL Server environments
• Develop detailed migration runbooks, execution plans, and rollback strategies
• Build and maintain test environments to validate migration approaches prior to production deployment
• Implement and manage SQL Server replication (Publisher / Distributor / Subscriber models)
• Create automation scripts (PowerShell & SQL) to streamline migration, recovery, and operational processes
• Troubleshoot complex issues during migration and provide rapid, independent resolution
• Collaborate with infrastructure and engineering teams to ensure seamless deployment and performance optimization

• Strong experience with Always On Availability Groups, including design, setup, and troubleshooting
• Proven experience working with large, enterprise-scale SQL Server databases
• Deep knowledge of SQL Server replication (transactional replication preferred)
• Hands-on experience with database migration strategies including:

• FCI ? Always On migrations
• Log shipping and high availability configurations

• Strong scripting experience with:

• PowerShell
• SQL scripting for automation

• Experience working in virtualized environments (VMware preferred), * Experience upgrading to SQL Server 2022 environments
• Familiarity with Windows Server environments supporting SQL Server workloads
• Prior experience working on large-scale, time-sensitive migration projects, * A hands-on expert who has executed similar migrations in production environments
• Strong problem-solving ability with minimal reliance on external/vendor support
• Ability to work in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments
• Clear communicator who can collaborate across technical teams