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# Database Administrator 2 (SQL Server required)

- **Company:** Garmin Ltd
- **Location:** Overland Park, KS, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Databases, Database Security, Linux, Local Area Networks, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Shell Script, SQL Stored Procedures, Wide Area Networks, Garmin, Information Technology, Database Replication
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9f8edf80e611c769

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or another technology related field AND a minimum of 2 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA
 * Proficient with SQL Server
 * Experience with performing upgrades of SQL Server and troubleshooting performance issues
 * Experience with with SQL Server Always On
 * Experience with custom scripting
 * Demonstrated ability to implement new technologies effectively
 * Strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a small team setting
 * Consistently demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work documentation and organization

Desired Qualifications

 * MySQL database, Linux and Shell script
 * Proficient with OS migrations related to Windows
 * Experience with automation, especially with Windows and SQL Server OS Patching
 * Previous experience working in a team environment

## Description

* Analyzes existing database systems and recommends improvements and tunes and optimizes database objects when necessary
 * Configures and administers enterprise SQL Server environments
 * Collaborates with supervisors and security champions to establish database security structures and ensure SOX compliance
 * Creates/maintains database access systems including tables, indexes, views, stored procedures, and triggers
 * Administers database replication between servers, across Local Area Network and Wide Area Network
 * Provides 24x7 on-call support
 * Provides significant contributions to defining team roadmap and priorities
 * Develops reliable solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
 * Demonstrates broad understanding of Garmin's business model, including Engineering, Operations, Finance, Sales, and Marketing
 * Mentors and guides less-experienced Database Administrators
 * Researches new technologies and proposes cost effective solutions
 * Leads major incident troubleshooting involving multiple disciplines
 * Provides innovation within the area of expertise
 * Facilitates team discussions and meetings
 * Recognized as an expert in the assigned discipline at Garmin and applies extensive technical expertise and analysis to initiatives
 * Contributes input to broader technology solutions outside of discipline
 * Serves as a leader of change
 * Demonstrates professional maturity through giving and receiving constructive feedback
 * Addresses conflict effectively without appreciable oversight
 * Coordinates department level non-project changes