Senior Database Administrator

• Design, implement, and maintain high-available SQL databases on-premises and in cloud environments.
• Define standards, patterns, and best practices for database platforms.
• Administer and optimize SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).
• Identify and define guardrails for Amazon RDS deployments focusing on Amazon RDS MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Aurora (PostgreSQL) databases.
• Identify and define guardrails for Azure cloud databases.
• Perform advanced performance troubleshooting and tuning; identify and resolve bottlenecks to ensure optimal operation.
• Handle product and capacity planning.
• Optimize database costs.
• Ensure database security and compliance with internal and external regulations.
• Improve database monitoring and observability.
• Assist operational teams with deep technical know-how in cloud/on-premises contexts across multiple database engines and platforms, with a focus on MSSQL and PostgreSQL.
• Lead and execute database migration projects, specifically from SQL Server 2012/2016 to 2022.
• Maintain a strong focus on the complexity of large-scale migration projects in an enterprise setting.
• Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders.

Key requirements:

• Extensive experience with SQL databases both on-premises and in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS.
• Hands-on expertise with Azure SQL, Amazon Aurora, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
• Strong background in database performance tuning and optimization.
• Deep understanding of database architecture, security, and compliance best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in database migration projects in an enterprise context, especially within the MSSQL ecosystem.
• Advanced scripting skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects effectively.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to lead and mentor a team of database professionals.
• Proven ability to coordinate and communicate with multiple stakeholders across departments.

Nice to have:

• Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions, preferably Cohesity.
• Experience with additional scripting and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and Python.
• Familiarity with MongoDB and modern NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with data integration platforms, preferably Qlik.