Senior SQL Server Database Administrator

TEKsystems, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TEKsystems is seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) for a hybrid position in Toronto. The DBA will manage and optimize databases, implement automation solutions, and ensure security compliance, playing a key role in software development projects. Candidates should have a solid background in database management with expertise in multiple database systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years DBA experience with two or more databases.
• 1+ year experience with AWS RDS and Redshift.
• Proficiency in scripting (Shell, Python, SQL).

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy RDBMS and NoSQL databases.
• Plan and execute database migrations.
• Monitor and optimize database performance.

Skills

Database Management

Performance Tuning

Automation

DevSecOps

Scripting

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS RDS

Redshift

Ansible

Liquibase

GitHub Actions

Db2 LUW

Netezza

Oracle

SQL Server

Postgres

MongoDB

Job description

SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) – Expert Level

(Hybrid - Toronto)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilledSr SQL Server DBAto join our team supporting a critical Application Software Development project within the Technology & Operations Development Plan.

As a Sr DBA, you will be responsible for managing, securing, and optimizing enterprise-level databases across multiple platforms. You will play a key role in database design, performance tuning, automation, and DevSecOps integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, engineer, and deploy RDBMS and NoSQL databases including Db2 LUW, Netezza, Oracle, SQL Server, Postgres, MongoDB, AWS RDS, Redshift.
• Plan and execute database migrations and upgrades.
• Implement automation and DevSecOps pipelines (e.g., Ansible, AWS CDK, GitHub Actions, Liquibase).
• Monitor and optimize database performance, capacity, and availability.
• Develop and maintain backup and recovery strategies.
• Ensure compliance with security, audit, and regulatory standards.
• Test and assess impacts of new database software releases.
• Provide on-call support for critical issues.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of hands-on DBA experience with at least two of the following: Db2 LUW, Netezza, Oracle, SQL Server, Postgres, MongoDB.
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with AWS RDS, Redshift, DynamoDB.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and database automation tools.
• Proficiency in scripting (Shell, Python, SQL).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Additional Information:

• Contract Length:12 Months (with potential for extension or full-time conversion)
• Hybrid
• Hours:9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Core Business Hours)

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $68.00 - $75.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Toronto,ON.

À propos de TEKsystems et TEKsystems Global Services

Nous sommes un fournisseur de services aux entreprises et de technologies. Nous accélérons la transformation de nos clients. Notre compétence en stratégie, conception, exécution et opérations libère la valeur de l’entreprise par un éventail de solutions. Nous sommes une équipe de 80 000 personnes qui collaborent avec plus de 60 000 clients, notamment 80 % du Fortune 500 en Amérique du Nord, Europe et Asie, qui collaborent avec nous dans le cadre de nos capacités full-stack et notre rythme. Nous sommes des penseurs stratégiques, des collaborateurs pratiques qui aident les clients à exploiter le changement et maîtriser le dynamisme de la technologie. Nous bâtissons le futur en livrant les résultats et en créant un impact positif dans nos communautés mondiales. TEKsystems et TEKsystems Global Services sont des entreprises d’Allegis Group. Découvrez d’autres informations à TEKsystems.com.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.