Description
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Database Administrator, where you will play a crucial role in migrating SQL Servers and databases to Azure, as well as maintaining and optimizing those servers post-migration. In this collaborative environment, you will contribute to administering, supporting, and implementing new and existing SQL systems, data conversions, and data migrations. Your daily responsibilities will also include administration tasks, performance tuning, and maintenance for several core systems.
Company Culture and Environment
Our team fosters a collaborative and innovative environment, where you will have the opportunity to work closely with business users, developers, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality products.
Career Growth and Development Opportunities
We encourage professional growth and career advancement, offering opportunities to contribute significantly to various projects and initiatives within the organization.
Detailed Benefits and Perks
A comprehensive list of our benefits can be found on our careers page. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive pay range that varies based on location, skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions. The pay range for this position is (95000 – )160000. For leveled roles (I, II, III, Senior, Lead, etc.), new hires may be placed in a different level based on assessments during the interview process, considering experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. This level may influence the salary range, and adjustments will be clarified during the offer process.
Why you should apply for this position today
This role provides an opportunity to be a crucial part of a team responsible for significant database migrations and optimizations, allowing you to make a direct impact on our operations and success.
Skills
• 5+ years of experience in database administration within complex production SQL Server environments.
• Hands-on experience with migrating SQL Server to Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency in maintaining SQL Server on Azure VMs and Azure SQL Databases.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2016 and later versions.
• Strong understanding of relational databases, T-SQL scripting, database normalization best practices, and related technologies.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity and performance issues on production servers.
• Excellent skills in performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficiency in SQL development, including the ability to write and troubleshoot SQL code and design (stored procedures, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints).
• Experience in database design within a software development environment as a contributor.
• Familiarity with Team Foundation Server, Visual Studio Team Server, and/or Azure DevOps.
Responsibilities
• Migrate SQL Server databases to Azure.
• Maintain and optimize SQL Servers and databases in Azure.
• Ensure system availability and implement effective recovery strategies.
• Execute performance tuning, backup, and restoration of databases.
• Manage daily operations of Microsoft SQL Server infrastructure to ensure service availability.
• Optimize database performance and troubleshoot any arising issues.
• Implement security measures to ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with business users, developers, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Keep SQL servers updated with necessary patches.
• Perform server migration and upgrade activities.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in database administration within complex production SQL Server environments.
• Hands-on experience with migrating SQL Server to Microsoft Azure.
• Proficiency in maintaining SQL Server on Azure VMs and Azure SQL Databases.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2016 and later versions.
• Strong understanding of relational databases, T-SQL scripting, database normalization best practices, and related technologies.
• Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity and performance issues on production servers.
• Excellent skills in performance tuning and query optimization.
• Proficiency in SQL development, including the ability to write and troubleshoot SQL code and design (stored procedures, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints).
• Experience in database design within a software development environment as a contributor.
• Familiarity with Team Foundation Server, Visual Studio Team Server, and/or Azure DevOps.
Education Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience Requirements
• 5+ years of experience in database administration within complex production SQL Server environments.
• Hands-on experience with migrating SQL Server to Microsoft Azure.
Why work in Portland, OR
Portland is known for its vibrant culture, stunning natural beauty, and thriving tech scene. With an emphasis on sustainability and innovation, Portland offers a unique lifestyle that balances work and leisure, providing numerous opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Location: Portland, OR, US
Salary: 95000 – 160000
Job Posting Language: en
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in database administration within complex production SQL Server environments
- Hands-on experience with migrating SQL Server to Microsoft Azure
- Proficiency in maintaining SQL Server on Azure VMs and Azure SQL Databases
- Deep knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2016 and later versions
- Strong understanding of relational databases, T-SQL scripting, database normalization best practices, and related technologies
- Proven experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity and performance issues on production servers
- Excellent skills in performance tuning and query optimization
- Proficiency in SQL development, including the ability to write and troubleshoot SQL code and design (stored procedures, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints)
- Experience in database design within a software development environment as a contributor
- Familiarity with Team Foundation Server, Visual Studio Team Server, and/or Azure DevOps
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
Responsibilities:
- Join our dynamic team as a Senior Database Administrator, where you will play a crucial role in migrating SQL Servers and databases to Azure, as well as maintaining and optimizing those servers post-migration
- In this collaborative environment, you will contribute to administering, supporting, and implementing new and existing SQL systems, data conversions, and data migrations
- Your daily responsibilities will also include administration tasks, performance tuning, and maintenance for several core systems
- Ensure system availability and implement effective recovery strategies
- Execute performance tuning, backup, and restoration of databases
- Manage daily operations of Microsoft SQL Server infrastructure to ensure service availability
- Optimize database performance and troubleshoot any arising issues
- Implement security measures to ensure data integrity
- Collaborate with business users, developers, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality products
- Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations
- Keep SQL servers updated with necessary patches
- Perform server migration and upgrade activities
- Undertake additional duties as assigned
Benefits:
- Career Growth and Development Opportunities
- We encourage professional growth and career advancement, offering opportunities to contribute significantly to various projects and initiatives within the organization
- A comprehensive list of our benefits can be found on our careers page
- We offer a competitive pay range that varies based on location, skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions
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