Associate Database Administrator

About the Role:

We are seeking an Associate Database Administrator with strong experience in Microsoft SQL Server Administration. Exposure to Oracle database environments is highly preferred and candidates with experience supporting both SQL Server and Oracle databases will be given preference.

The role is responsible for database design implementation maintenance performance tuning backup/recovery and operational support. The ideal candidate should be able to manage database infrastructure independently while ensuring high availability security and optimal performance

Responsibilities:

• Administer and support SQL Server database environments across production and non-production systems.
• Manage database user access in accordance with organizational security standards and policies.
• Perform backup recovery and disaster recovery testing to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
• Conduct database performance tuning index optimization and query analysis.
• Implement data masking and encryption controls to protect sensitive and PII data.
• Troubleshoot database incidents perform root-cause analysis and implement preventive measures.
• Coordinate with database vendors and third-party partners to resolve complex database issues.
• Design and document database installation processes and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws regulations and company policies.
• Participate in on-call support and after-hours maintenance activities as required.

Looking For

• 5 years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration.
• Experience supporting SQL Server 2016 or higher in Windows environments.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database administration.
• Strong troubleshooting and database performance optimization skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Mandatory Skills

Skills

• Microsoft SQL Server Administration (SQL Server 2016)
• Azure SQL Database
• Database backup and recovery
• Performance tuning query optimization and index management
• Database security user access management and encryption
• Disaster Recovery (DR) and High Availability concepts
• Database scripting and code modification

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously

Good to Have Skills

• Oracle Database Administration experience
• Experience supporting both SQL Server and Oracle environments
• Knowledge of database automation and monitoring tools
• Exposure to cloud database technologies

Qualifications :

Bachelors Degree in Information Technology Computer Science or a related field.

Additional Information :

• Flexible to participate in on-call support rotations as per business needs
• Working hours : US Eastern (EST)

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time