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# MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA

- **Company:** BCforward
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $135,450.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Databases, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Microsoft Office, Microsoft SQL Server, NoSQL, Performance Tuning, Productivity Software, Query Optimization, Alwayson, Scripting, System Availability, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Data Management
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9971505e-e66c-4a39-af00-b40c6b8fd24b

## About the Role

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.

## Description

* 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.


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