Database Administrator

Healthy Planet; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthy Planet is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) in Toronto to maintain and manage complex database systems, primarily Microsoft SQL Server. This role involves ensuring database availability and security, and it offers a collaborative environment focused on both personal and professional growth. Ideal candidates have substantial hands-on experience and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Awesome work environment and company culture

Medical Benefits and flex spending account

Internal opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA, including Microsoft SQL Server 2017.
• Hands-on experience with database installation, configuration, and upgrades.
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and migrations.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain all Healthy Planet Database systems.
• Ensure database availability, integrity, and performance.
• Conduct regular audits and ensure compliance with data governance policies.

Skills

T-SQL

Scripting

Automation

Backup/Restore Strategies

Performance Tuning and Optimization

Database Security

Change Control

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

Job description

We are looking for a Database Administrator (DBA) to maintain and administer our company’s evolving database landscape.

DBA’s responsibilities include:

• Administer, monitor, and maintain all Healthy Planet Database systems (primarily Microsoft SQL Server databases).
• Ensure database availability, integrity, and performance in production, development, and test environments.
• Perform regular database maintenance tasks including backups, index management, and statistics updates.
• Plan and execute upgrades, patches, and migrations with minimal downtime.
• Implement and manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) strategies.
• Monitor system performance, analyze trends, and proactively resolve bottlenecks or issues.
• Manage database security including user roles, permissions, and encryption.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to database configuration, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with developers and other IT teams to optimize queries, troubleshoot application issues, and improve database design.
• Conduct regular audits and ensure compliance with data governance policies and best practices.

Skills & Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA, including hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2017.
• Proven experience in installation, configuration, and upgrading of SQL Server environments.
• Strong skills in T-SQL, scripting, and automation.
• Proficient in backup/restore strategies, Always On Availability Groups, replication, and log shipping.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization (PTO) using native monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
• Solid understanding of database security concepts and best practices.
• Experience working in environments with change control and versioning.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues under pressure.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills

Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or similar SQL Server certifications.
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and migrations (e.g., Azure SQL, AWS RDS).
• Knowledge of PowerShell and automation frameworks.
• Experience with SSIS, SSRS, or SSAS is a plus.
• Ability to provide support via chat, email, and phone when needed.
• Ability to prioritize a wide range of workloads with critical deadlines.
• Strong planning, time-management, and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn, teach, and develop the department.
• Ability to think critically and analytically in a faced past environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Creativity and the ability to think outside of the box
• Ability to coach individuals.

What We Offer

Awesome work environment and company culture

Medical Benefits and flex spending account for Full-time employees

Internal opportunities for advancement

Life at Healthy Planet

At Healthy Planet, we believe that our biggest strength lies in fostering a work environment where our employees feel at home and can be their true selves. We operate as a family, supporting each other to thrive both personally and professionally. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and a shared passion for making a positive impact on the world.

Discover more about what it’s like to be part of the Healthy Planet family by clicking the link below:

Learn More About Life at Healthy Planet

At Healthy Planet we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all team members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability. Healthy Planet hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position to be filled

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Retail

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