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This role will assist with installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support of SQL Server environments across both production and non-production systems in a fast-paced enterprise environment.Experience working with virtualized infrastructure, cloud technologies (Azure, AWS), and DevOps automation is critical.Key Responsibilities Database Administration & OperationsManage SQL Server databases across development, test, production, and DR environments.Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances following established standards and documentation.Administer and support PostgreSQL environments; exposure to additional RDBMS platforms is a plus.Perform and validate database backups, restores, disaster recovery tests, and capacity/performance monitoring.Performance, Troubleshooting & High AvailabilityTroubleshoot SQL Server issues including performance, blocking, connectivity, integrity, and HA configuration issues.Support Always-On Availability Groups, failover clustering, Distributed Availability Groups, and related HA/DR technologies.Work with Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure database reliability, security, performance, and recoverability.Automation & ScriptingDevelop and maintain automation using T‑SQL, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, or similar technologies.Create and maintain administrative scripts for maintenance, monitoring, and operational workflows.Cloud & DevOps SupportSupport database deployments across Azure and AWS environments.Participate in DevOps pipelines, CI/CD processes, and database automation initiatives.Operational Support & CollaborationWork within a ticketing system to manage incidents, service requests, and change requests.Provide real‑time support for deployments, production issues, and urgent operational tasks.Contribute to database standards, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement opportunities.Required Qualifications 5+ years of hands‑on experience as a SQL Server DBA.Strong expertise with SQL Server 2016–2022; SQL Server 2025 experience is a plus.Direct hands‑on experience managing PostgreSQL or MongoDB within production environments.Experience with Azure and AWS database services and cloud administration.Proficiency with HA technologies including Always-On AGs and Distributed Availability Groups.Experience with SQL Server in virtualized ecosystems (VMware); Zerto familiarity is a plus.Strong scripting skills: T‑SQL, PowerShell; exposure to Python/Ansible preferred.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in SOX‑compliant or regulated environments.DevOps or automation‑focused background.Experience supporting enterprise applications with high‑transaction workloads.Knowledge of monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Idera, Dynatrace, Grafana, etc.).Experience with other open‑source database platforms beyond PostgreSQL or MongoDBExperience with specialized cloud databases such as Snowflake is preferred.Soft SkillsStrong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to explain complex technical issues to technical and non‑technical audiences.Collaborative, customer‑focused mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities.Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, ownership, and ability to meet deadlinessDaily Tasks/Priorities Expected: • Manage on-prem and cloud SQL Server databases across development, test, production, and DR environments.• Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances following established standards and documentation.• Administer and support PostgreSQL environments; exposure to additional RDBMS/Mongo/Snowflake platforms is a plus.• Perform and validate database backups, restores, disaster recovery tests, and capacity/performance monitoring","company":"Jupiter Group","rawCompany":"jupiter group","city":"Houston","state":"TX","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-23T13:23:10.298Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SQL Database Administrator","description":"We are seeking a highly skilled Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator (with Open-Source DB experience) with proven experience in enterprise‑scale environments across both on‑premises and cloud platforms. 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