SQL Server Database Administrator III

Key ResponsibilitiesDatabase Administration & Operations

Manage SQL Server databases across development, test, production, and disaster recovery environments

Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances according to established standards

Administer and support PostgreSQL environments (additional RDBMS platforms a plus)

Perform and validate backups, restores, disaster recovery testing, and capacity / performance monitoring

Performance, Troubleshooting & High Availability

Troubleshoot SQL Server performance issues, blocking, connectivity, integrity concerns, and HA configuration challenges

Support Always On Availability Groups, Distributed Availability Groups, failover clustering, and related HA / DR technologies

Collaborate with Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure database reliability, security, performance, and recoverability

Automation & Scripting

Develop and maintain automation using T-SQL, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, or similar tools

Create and maintain administrative scripts for database maintenance, monitoring, and operational workflows

Cloud & DevOps Support

Support database deployments in Azure and AWS environments

Participate in CI / CD pipelines and DevOps automation initiatives

Operational Support & Collaboration

Manage incidents, service requests, and change requests through a ticketing system

Provide real-time support for deployments and production issues

Contribute to database standards, architectural discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server DBA

Strong expertise with SQL Server – (SQL Server experience is a plus)

Hands-on production experience with PostgreSQL or MongoDB

Experience supporting Azure and AWS database services

Strong knowledge of Always On Availability Groups and Distributed Availability Groups

Experience with SQL Server in virtualized environments (VMware; Zerto is a plus)

Strong scripting skills in T-SQL and PowerShell (Python / Ansible preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in SOX-compliant or other regulated environments

DevOps or automation-focused background

Experience supporting high-transaction enterprise applications

Familiarity with monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Idera, Dynatrace, Grafana, etc.)

Experience with additional open-source databases

Exposure to cloud data platforms such as Snowflake

Soft Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to explain complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Collaborative, customer-focused approach with strong problem-solving skills

Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and ability to meet deadlines