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# Database Administrator

- **Company:** VC5 Consulting
- **Location:** Houston, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Database, Databases, Computer Engineering, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Transact-SQL, Cloud Platform System, Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, Information Technology, Data Management, Azure Synapse Analytics
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a32d41f0-41a7-49ff-8e76-4f044df135ed

## About the Role

* Bachelor''s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or a related technical field.
 * 7+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years of dedicated, hands-on Azure database administration in enterprise environments.
 * 5+ years of experience administering Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, and Azure SQL database administration.
 * Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell for DBA automation.

Additional Details:

 * Location: Houston, TX 77042

This is a unique opportunity to lead the migration to Microsoft Fabric while working in a collaborative environment focused on performance optimization and cloud database management. If you''re passionate about cutting-edge data platforms and want to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

## Description

This role sits within a dynamic team focused on cloud database administration and performance optimization. The Sr Database Administrator will take ownership of the database platform, ensuring reliability, security, and performance across both on-premises and cloud environments. This position will play a key role in the strategic migration to Microsoft Fabric, collaborating closely with Azure infrastructure teams and participating in an on-call rotation for 24/7 support., * Take ownership of the database platform, ensuring reliability and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.

 * Lead the strategic migration to Microsoft Fabric, implementing best practices for database management.
 * Administer Azure database services, including Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, and Azure SQL databases.
 * Perform performance tuning and optimization to enhance database efficiency and responsiveness.
 * Ensure compliance with security standards and manage backup and recovery processes effectively.
 * Collaborate with Azure infrastructure teams to address incidents and conduct root cause analysis.


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