Senior MSSQL DBA — On-Prem & Cloud Expert

Nexus Systems Group Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Toronto is seeking a Database Administrator with over 8 years of experience in MSSQL and database management. The ideal candidate will monitor systems, perform diagnostics, and support database operations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and demonstrate strong communication and time management skills. This role is critical for maintaining system performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• 8+ years Database Administration experience with MSSQL.
• 8+ years of technical support in database administration.
• 5+ years of experience with SQL Always-On and MSSQL components.
• 3+ years of application side tuning experience.
• 5+ years with Windows server 2012/2016/2019.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system and act upon automated alerts.
• Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting of software and database issues.
• Plan and perform software and database upgrades.
• Manage system and database backups.
• Provide on-site database and system support.

Skills

Database Administration

MSSQL

Technical Support

SQL Always-On

Tuning

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

PowerShell

Azure Cloud

PostgreSQL

Linux

Job description

A technology solutions provider in Toronto is seeking a Database Administrator with over 8 years of experience in MSSQL and database management. The ideal candidate will monitor systems, perform diagnostics, and support database operations. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and demonstrate strong communication and time management skills. This role is critical for maintaining system performance and reliability.