Senior Database Administrator
Senior Database Administrator
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Job Description
Senior Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the design implementation configuration maintenance and performance of SQL Server systems both onpremises and in Microsoft Azure. The role ensures high availability optimal performance and security of database platforms in support of business operations. This position requires deep technical expertise in traditional onpremise environments as well as modern Azurebased database services.
Key Responsibilities:
Install configure and maintain MS SQL Server instances in onprem and Azure environments.
Manage and monitor database performance integrity and security.
Perform regular database maintenance tasks including backups restores indexing and statistics updates.
Design and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g. Always On Log Shipping Azure GeoReplication).
Implement and maintain automation scripts and jobs for administrative tasks.
Plan and execute database migrations from onprem to Azure and vice versa.
Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to optimize SQL code and schema designs.
Maintain compliance with data governance security and privacy regulations.
Monitor database systems and proactively respond to performance alerts and incidents.
Create and maintain documentation related to architecture configuration and procedures.
Assist in capacity planning and provide technical guidance on best practices for database management.
Qualifications :
5 years of experience as a SQL Server DBA in production environments.
Strong knowledge of SQL Server architecture internals and administration.
Proven experience with both onpremises SQL Server instances and Azure SQL services (Azure SQL Database Azure SQL Managed Instance).
Handson experience with backup/recovery strategies disaster recovery planning and high availability configurations.
Proficiency in TSQL scripting and performance tuning (query optimization indexing strategies execution plans).
Experience with Azure portal Azure Monitor and automation tools (e.g. PowerShell Azure Automation ARM templates); Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Redgate SolarWinds or similar.
Knowledge of security concepts including rolebased access control encryption and auditing.
Familiarity with CI/CD processes and integrating database changes into pipelines.
Experience with cloud migration strategies and tools (e.g. Data Migration Assistant Azure Migrate).
Additional Information :
At Endava were committed to creating an open inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels safe valued and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds experiences and perspectivesbecause we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit skills qualifications and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process please let us know.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
