Lead Database Administrator (DBA) — Cloud Migration

We are looking for a Lead Database Administrator to own the reliability, security, and performance of SQL database environments while supporting cloud migration efforts. You will partner with cross-functional teams to prevent incidents, streamline operations through automation, and drive continuous improvement. Apply to help keep mission-critical data platforms running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft SQL Server environments to ensure stable daily operations
• Ensure database availability, reliability, and security through proactive controls
• Monitor database health, capacity, and performance metrics to detect issues early
• Resolve incidents related to failures, connectivity problems, and performance degradation
• Optimize queries, indexes, stored procedures, and database design to reduce bottlenecks
• Manage upgrades and patching to keep platforms secure and supported
• Own backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures and validate them through testing
• Implement high-availability and disaster recovery solutions to meet RTO/RPO targets
• Build monitoring and alerting to improve observability and response times
• Automate routine administration tasks using scripts for maintenance and reporting
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventive measures for recurring issues
• Maintain operational documentation and knowledge articles for support readiness
• Support teams with database best practices and guidance for new changes
• Coordinate with application and infrastructure teams to improve end-to-end efficiency

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments
• 5+ years of experience supporting SQL database operations, maintenance, and monitoring
• Lead-level ownership of database reliability, availability, and security outcomes
• Strong incident management skills for troubleshooting outages and service disruptions
• Proven project support experience for upgrades, patches, integrations, and database changes
• Advanced performance tuning skills for query, index, stored procedure, and schema optimization
• Strong backup and recovery expertise including validation and disaster recovery testing
• Hands-on automation skills for scripting health checks, maintenance, and reporting
• Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and preventive actions
• Clear communication skills to advise teams on database standards and best practices
• English proficiency: B2 Upper-Intermediate