SQL Database Administrator

Overview In this role you will ensure the performance, security, integrity, and availability of SQL Server databases that support critical business applications. You will work closely with development and infrastructure teams to optimize and protect data systems. You will handle backups, DR planning, monitoring, and proactive issue resolution to keep systems reliable and compliant. This is a hands-on role focused on tuning, security, and scalable database management with opportunities to shape long-term strategy. ResponsibilitiesInstall, configure, monitor, and maintain SQL Server database environmentsManage database performance, tuning, and optimization for high availability and reliabilityPerform backups, restores, and disaster recovery planningMonitor system health and proactively resolve database issuesImplement and maintain database security, access controls, and compliance standardsSupport database patching, upgrades, and migrationsCollaborate with developers to optimize queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategiesTroubleshoot production incidents and provide timely resolutionCreate and maintain technical documentation for database environments, processes, and proceduresAssist with capacity planning and long-term database strategy Key requirementsExtensive experience as a SQL Server DBAStrong backup and recovery expertisePerformance tuning and query optimizationTroubleshooting production incidentsCollaboration with development and infrastructure teamsSecurity and compliance knowledge for databasesExperience with patching, upgrades, and migrationsDocumentation skillsCapacity planning and long-term strategy involvementcollaboration across teamsproblem solvingstrong communicationSQL Server database administrationbackup and disaster recoveryperformance tuning and optimization