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SQL Server DBA

Chicago, Illinois, US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-23 → 2026-09-25

Core

Principal-level SQL Server expert responsible for architecture, administration, performance, security, and operational excellence of enterprise database environments supporting mission-critical P&C insurance applications.

Role type

Principal SQL Server DBA

Builds

Highly available, secure, and resilient SQL Server platforms across on-premises, hybrid, and AWS cloud environments.

Domain

Insurance / Enterprise Database Administration

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure

Required skills

SQL Server architecture, performance tuning, high availability design, disaster recovery planning, security controls, automation scripting, cloud platform integration, root cause analysis, technical mentorship

Preferred skills

AWS services expertise, database modernization strategies, IaC implementation, advanced monitoring tool utilization

Technologies

Microsoft SQL Server, AWS (EC2, RDS, VPC, IAM, KMS, CloudWatch, S3, Backup), PowerShell, Python, Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, SolarWinds DPA, AppDynamics, SQL Server Extended Events, SQL Server Profiler

Responsibilities

Design and maintain SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery solutions; Perform advanced performance tuning and query optimization; Implement and manage security controls and compliance requirements; Lead migration and modernization initiatives to cloud platforms; Develop automation solutions using scripting and IaC; Mentor database professionals and provide technical guidance; Troubleshoot complex incidents and perform root cause analysis

Seniority

Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership

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