> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2635931-database-administrator-110054](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2635931-database-administrator-110054). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Database Administrator (110054)

- **Company:** Pantherx Specialty LLC
- **Location:** Pittsburgh, PA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Databases, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Nagios, Query Optimization, Sqlprofiler, System Availability, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Indexer, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Redgate
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=db6c7da9e88a56c3

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent.
 * Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a SQL Server DBA in on-prem and/or Azure environments.
 * Strong understanding of database performance tuning and optimization.
 * Proven experience with backup strategies, high availability, and disaster recovery.
 * Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., Redgate, SQL Profiler, SolarWinds DPA).
 * Solid understanding of security principles and access management best practices.
 * Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

## Description

The Database Administrator (DBA) is a hands-on role focused on maintaining, optimizing, and securing our SQL Server environments. The DBA brings deep technical expertise, strong operational discipline, and a collaborative mindset to support critical database operations and partner with both Analytics and Application teams., * Administers and maintains SQL Server databases in on-prem and Azure environments.

 * Implements and monitors Always On Availability Groups for high availability and disaster recovery.
 * Performs database backups, restores, and recovery procedures.
 * Optimizes database performance through indexing, query tuning, and capacity planning.
 * Supports application and analytics teams with database deployments, schema changes, and data integrity assurance.
 * Implements and adheres to change management processes for database operations.
 * Ensures compliance with HIPAA and data governance standards.
 * Documents procedures, configurations, and maintain operational runbooks.


## Related Videos

- [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search)
- [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops)
- [Dynamic Entities in .NET: Building Low-Code Systems on Top of Entity Framework Core](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100218-dynamic-entities-in-net-building-low-code-systems-on-top-of-entity-framework-core)
- [Database DevOps with Containers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/145-database-devops-with-containers)
- [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure)
- [How Gatsby Cloud's real-time streaming architecture drives <5 second builds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/418-how-gatsby-cloud-s-real-time-streaming-architecture-drives-5-second-builds)

## 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)
- [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-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)
- [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)
- [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)