MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA

• Design, develop, and implement complex MS SQL Server database solutions using modern technologies and best practices.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for SQL Server, including AlwaysOn availability groups, performance tuning, and capacity planning for large, high-tier environments.
• Lead and manage multiple moderately complex projects, directing activities for special initiatives and operations.
• Troubleshoot complex issues, drive process improvement, and promote operational excellence with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with application teams, including App DBA stakeholders, to ensure reliable, performant database services in a project-driven environment.
• Provide work leadership by assigning tasks, resolving problems, and guiding team members within broadly defined practices and policies.

We are seeking a Senior MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in MS SQL Server administration, high availability, performance tuning, and automation and a proven ability to design, implement, and optimize complex database solutions while leading initiatives to operational excellence., * 10+ years of hands-on MS SQL Server administration, including installation, configuration, backup and recovery, and security.

• Expertise with AlwaysOn availability groups, performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting in large, mission-critical environments.
• Proven problem ownership, client accountability, and delivery within project-driven settings with minimal supervision.
• Experience partnering with application teams and prior banking or financial services exposure, preferably on the App DBA side.
• Proficiency with Linux administration and scripting, including Shell and Python.
• Experience automating operational tasks, monitoring, and maintenance for NoSQL platforms such as TigerGraph.

Preferred Skills:

• Background supporting regulated financial environments and enterprise change management processes.
• Experience with infrastructure automation and monitoring tooling for databases and data platforms., * Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.
• Role requires a specific start date based on business need.
• Glider assessment: Candidate ID Verification.
• Productivity Software: Microsoft Office.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.