Sr. SQL DBA
Sr. SQL DBA
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Job Description
Senior SQL DBA
Chicago IL
FTE
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain Microsoft SQL Server (2014 and above) Azure SQL PostgreSQL and MySQL databases.
- Design and implement scalable secure and resilient database architectures across hybrid environments.
- Provide 24/7 support for database systems manage support queues and ensure SLA compliance.
- Perform database provisioning patching upgrades installations and migrations.
- Monitor and optimize database performance using indexing strategies query tuning and diagnostic tools (e.g. SQL Profiler).
- Develop and maintain enterprise reports using Microsoft Reporting Services Power BI and Business Objects.
- Architect and support data warehouse solutions including logical and physical database design.
- Automate routine database tasks using scripting and cloud-native tools (e.g. PowerShell Bash Terraform).
- Conduct code reviews and contribute to database development efforts ensuring adherence to best practices and performance standards.
- Mentor development teams on database design query optimization and secure coding practices.
- Apply SDLC principles and systems analysis to database administration and development tasks.
- Document database configurations technical architecture SLA tracking RCA findings and process workflows.
- Support documentation and reporting activities ensuring clarity accuracy and consistency across technical and operational outputs.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and independently troubleshoot complex technical issues.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in database administration including:
- SQL Server Application DBA responsibilities.
- At least 2 years of experience with cloud platforms (Azure PostgreSQL MySQL).
- Demonstrated expertise in:
- Hybrid database management (on-premises and cloud).
- SLA tracking and RCA documentation.
- Performance tuning and query optimization.
- Data warehousing and reporting.
- Patch management and migrations.
- Code review and database development.
- Documentation and reporting best practices.
- Automation and scripting.
- Technical documentation and cross-team communication.
Employment Type
Full-time
