Senior Microsoft Windows SQL Server DBA
Core
Senior DBA owning enterprise SQL Server environments, focusing on performance engineering, high availability, disaster recovery, and security for mission-critical applications.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC Database Administrator
Builds
Resilient, high-performance SQL Server platforms supporting enterprise applications
Domain
Enterprise IT / Database Administration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
SQL Server 2019/2025 administration, T-SQL query optimization, Always On Availability Groups, Windows Server administration, backup and recovery planning, capacity planning, PowerShell automation, incident response, technical mentorship
Preferred skills
Azure SQL Database, APM tools (Dynatrace, AppDynamics), DevOps/CI-CD for DB deployments, SSIS, data governance frameworks (GDPR, ISO 27001)
Technologies
Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Server, Azure SQL Database, PowerShell, SQL Server Agent, Extended Events, DMVs, Query Store, Flyway, Liquibase
Responsibilities
Architect and maintain SQL Server environments; lead application performance engineering; monitor database performance; design backup/recovery strategies; architect high-availability solutions; govern database security; lead capacity planning; review database changes; automate routine tasks; manage patching/upgrades; mentor junior DBAs; serve as escalation point for critical incidents
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
