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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Database Administrator - **Company:** HORIZONS HORIZONS - **Location:** Memphis, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Domain Name System (DNS), Github, Global Distribution Systems, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Log Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, MongoDB, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Redis, Data Streaming, Azure Service Bus, Azure Powershell, Indexer, Containerization, Information Technology, Low Latency, Bicep, Apache Kafka, Cosmos DB, Terraform, Key Vault - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/ca54eaba-cd45-416e-a825-29df3ca03b5e ## About the Role * 5+ years of hands-on database administration experience, including:\n, * SQL Server (Azure SQL Database/Managed Instance): performance tuning, maintenance, backup/restore, HA/DR.\n * PostgreSQL: configuration, tuning, extension management, replication, backup/restore.\n * Cosmos DB: partitioning strategy, RU management, indexing, consistency, global distribution.\n \n Strong Azure expertise: Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Alerts, Key Vault, Private Link, VNets, RBAC, Managed Identities, Defender for Cloud.\n Proficiency with scripting and automation: PowerShell and Azure CLI (Python/Bash a plus).\n Experience with infrastructure-as-code (Bicep/ARM/Terraform) and CI/CD integration (Azure DevOps/GitHub).\n Proven track record in security hardening, auditing, and compliance-oriented database management.\n Solid understanding of networking concepts impacting databases (latency, bandwidth, DNS, private endpoints).\n\n, * Experience with hybrid environments (on-prem SQL Server/PostgreSQL/CosmosDB) and migration to Azure.\n * Familiarity with AKS or containerized workloads interacting with databases.\n * Knowledge of data governance, retention, and archival strategies.\n * Exposure to streaming and integration patterns (Event Hubs, Kafka) and ETL/ELT workflows.\n * Experience supporting highly regulated environments with robust controls and documentation.\n, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent experience.\n * Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) strongly preferred.\n * Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) or Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305) a plus.\n * MongoDB Certified DBA and/or PostgreSQL certifications are advantageous.\n * Redis certification or equivalent practical experience appreciated.\n ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)