Senior/Lead Database Administrator (DBA)

The Sr. Database Administrator (DBA) is a high-level technical expert responsible for the management, performance, and security of a complex multi-platform database environment. This role requires deep expertise in MS SQL Server, specifically focusing on modernizing operations through CI/CD automation. A primary immediate focus for this role is executing the migration and optimization of MS SQL Server 2019 to 2022 environments, ensuring high availability and minimal downtime across the enterprise., * Database Migration & Upgrades: Lead the technical execution of MS SQL Server upgrades from 2019 to 2022, including pre-migration compatibility testing and post-migration performance benchmarking.

• System Administration: Execute the design, testing, and maintenance of database systems across various technologies (Oracle, Sybase IQ/ASE, MySQL, and SQL Server), ensuring 99.9% uptime.
• Performance & Reliability: Monitor database performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and coordinate defect resolution to maintain high availability and reliability across various technologies including Oracle, Sybase IQ/ASE, MySQL, and SQL Server.
• Standards & Governance: Establish and enforce database standards, policies, and procedures to ensure data integrity and security across all database environments.
• Automation Engineering: Develop and implement task automation strategies using CI/CD pipelines to streamline patching, provisioning, and routine DBA tasks.
• High Availability (HA): Manage and enhance SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, troubleshooting complex synchronization and listener issues.
• Disaster Recovery: Define and execute robust backup and recovery protocols, ensuring all systems meet Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).
• Technical Collaboration: Partner with application teams to translate business requirements into scalable database solutions, serving as the technical SME for SQL optimization.
• Agile Execution: Actively participate in the Agile lifecycle, utilizing Jira (Kanban and Scrum) to track project milestones and sprint-based tasks.

Do you have experience in System tuning?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline.

• MS SQL Expert: 5+ years of advanced experience with MS SQL Server 2019/2022. Must have proven experience with version migrations, Always On Availability Groups, and performance tuning.
• DevOps/Automation: 3+ years of experience developing automation using CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps) for database tasks.
• Agile: 2+ years of experience working in an Agile environment with proficiency in Jira.
• Optimization: Expert-level ability to tune SQL statements, optimize memory grant feedback, and configure complex database parameters for peak performance.

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with AWS RDS or other cloud database services.
• Experience with SQL Server 2022 specific features (e.g., PSP optimization, Managed Instance link).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash) for advanced automation.
• Experience with database monitoring tools such as SolarWinds or Redgate., * Bachelor’s (Preferred)

$135,000 - $145,000 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance, * 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Mindcubed is an innovative IT Software and Services company located in Washington DC. We specialize in providing agile analytics and business compliance solutions through our enterprise-scale platform GRID , empowering public safety and criminal justice organizations to make informed, data-driven decisions.