Intermediate SQL Database Administrator

Direct Sourcing Solutions; Mabalacat; On-site; PHP 720,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking an Intermediate SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to manage database systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, strong SQL Server knowledge, and a passion for problem-solving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a SQL Database Administrator.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server administration principles.
• Experience with cloud-based databases (Azure SQL, AWS RDS).

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain SQL Server databases, ensuring availability.
• Perform routine maintenance including backups and indexing.
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot performance issues.

Skills

Performance tuning

Query optimization

Database security

Good communication skills

Education

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

SQL Server-related certifications

Tools

SQL Server 2016/2019/2022

SQL Profiler

PowerShell

Job description

This role is only open for candidates that are legally allowed to work within the Philippines

DSS is a leading provider of cutting-edge technology solutions, delivering transformative results for clients globally. We work with major businesses, household names, and small to medium-sized enterprises, managing a diverse portfolio of exciting projects. At DSS, we thrive on collaboration, innovation, and excellence, empowering our team to deliver high-quality solutions that bring our clients’ visions to life.

We are looking for an Intermediate SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to support and maintain the organisation’s database systems, ensuring performance, security, and availability. The role involves database administration, performance tuning, backups, and troubleshooting issues. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in SQL database administration, eager to grow in a fast-paced environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain SQL Server databases, ensuring availability and performance.
• Perform routine database maintenance including backups, indexing, and query optimisation.
• Monitor database health, troubleshoot performance issues, and resolve database-related incidents.
• Support the implementation of database security best practices, ensuring compliance with data protection standards.
• Assist in database design, schema changes, and query optimisation.
• Work with development teams to support database changes, deployments, and upgrades.
• Document database configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps.
• Participate in database recovery planning and disaster recovery (DR) exercises.
  
  

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience as a SQL Database Administrator.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server 2016/2019/2022 and database administration principles.
• Experience with performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies.
• Knowledge of backup and recovery strategies, including point-in-time recovery.
• Experience working with SQL Profiler, Execution Plans, and Dynamic Management Views (DMVs).
• Understanding of T-SQL, stored procedures, and database scripting.
• Experience with database security, user roles, and permissions management.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or SQL Server-related certifications.
• Experience with cloud-based databases (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, Google Cloud SQL).
• Exposure to PowerShell scripting for database automation.
• Interest in continuous learning and problem-solving.