Senior Database Administrator
Core
Architect, implement, and manage Microsoft SQL Server platforms (on-premises and cloud), leading migrations, automating infrastructure, and building data pipelines.
Role type
Senior Database Administrator (SQL Server, Cloud)
Builds
Production SQL Server environments, automated infrastructure, and ETL/data orchestration pipelines
Domain
Logistics, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
SQL Server administration, database migrations, infrastructure as code, performance tuning, ETL orchestration, scripting, troubleshooting, security compliance
Preferred skills
Cloud certifications, Kubernetes, container orchestration, mentoring
Technologies
SQL Server, Azure, AWS, Ansible, Terraform, Prometheus, Grafana, SSIS, Azure Data Factory, Kafka, Airflow, PowerShell, Bash, T-SQL
Responsibilities
Architect and manage SQL Server platforms including availability groups and disaster recovery; Plan and execute database migrations to Azure and AWS; Build and maintain automated infrastructure using Ansible and Terraform; Monitor performance using Prometheus and Grafana; Design and operate ETL pipelines using SSIS, Azure Data Factory, Kafka, and/or Airflow; Automate routine DBA duties like backups and patching; Troubleshoot complex issues such as deadlocks and performance bottlenecks; Ensure robust security practices and compliance; Develop runbooks and documentation; Collaborate with DevOps and Engineering teams; Participate in on-call rotation.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC