Database Administrator

The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of enterprise databases across the organization. Approximately 60% of this role is dedicated to database administration, development, and optimization, primarily within Microsoft SQL Server environments. The remaining 40% involves close collaboration with the Network team to support infrastructure-level initiatives, ensure database connectivity and availability, and assist with system-level troubleshooting. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on position suited for a technical professional who thrives in a dynamic, large-scale enterprise environment. Requirements:

Database Administration (approximately 60%)

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances across development, test, and production environments.
• Monitor database performance using SQL Server tools (SQL Profiler, DMVs, Query Store) and proactively resolve bottlenecks.
• Design, implement, and manage database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Develop and enforce database security policies including user roles, permissions, and auditing.
• Create and optimize stored procedures, views, indexes, and queries to support application and reporting needs.
• Perform routine database maintenance tasks including index rebuilding, statistics updates, and integrity checks.
• Manage database capacity planning and growth projections; recommend infrastructure changes as needed.
• Support ETL processes and data integration efforts across enterprise systems.
• Document database architectures, processes, configurations, and change management activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation for after-hours database support as required.

Network & Infrastructure Collaboration (approximately 40%)

• Work alongside the Network team to ensure stable and secure connectivity between application servers and database instances.
• Assist with network-level troubleshooting that impacts database performance or availability (latency, DNS, firewall rules, load balancers).
• Support the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of virtual and physical servers hosting database services.
• Collaborate on infrastructure projects including server migrations, hardware refreshes, and data center initiatives.
• Participate in capacity planning discussions to align database and network infrastructure roadmaps.
• Contribute to IT security initiatives, including patch management, vulnerability assessments, and compliance requirements.

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