What will you do
Manage SQL Server databases through multiple product lifecycle environments, from development to mission-critical production systems
Configure and maintain database servers and processes, including monitoring of system health and performance, to ensure high levels of performance, availability, and security
Apply data modeling techniques to ensure development and implementation support efforts meet integration and performance expectations
Independently analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time, providing problem resolution end-to-end
Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
Minimum 4+ years MS SQL Server Administration
Demonstrable experience with Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO), using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools
Proven ability to diagnose problems and triage/resolve issues across various tiers (application, network, database, server or storage tiers)
Validated knowledge to implement automation to reduce manual administrative tasks through use of jobs
In-depth experience in setting up, tuning and monitoring Mirroring, Replication, Log Shipping and SQL Server Service Broker
Prior experience Test back-ups to ensure we can meet the business' Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) along with fixing SQL Server service outages as they occur, including after-hours and weekends
Demonstrated ability to configure SQL Server monitoring utilities to minimize false alarms, Install and configure new SQL Servers
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Proficient in working with high availability environment along with alignment to process (ITIL)
You love collaborative environments that use agile methodologies to encourage creative design thinking and find innovative ways to develop with cutting edge technologies
Ambitious individual who can work under their own direction towards agreed targets/goals and with creative approach to work
Intuitive individual with an ability to manage change and proven time management
Proven interpersonal skills while contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Up-to-date technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications.