Senior Database Administrator

Solera Corporation; Mexico; Hybrid; PHP 7,385,000 - 9,846,000; Full time

Job summary

Solera Corporation is seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator for a full-time remote role. You will maintain high availability, implement new database infrastructure, and ensure security and compliance within a follow-the-sun support model.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multicultural teams and ongoing optimization of SQL Server environments. Ideal candidate brings 7+ years of experience, expertise in Always On, replication and backup strategies, and strong PowerShell

Qualifications

• 7+ years in highly available SQL Server environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high availability and reliability of SQL Server infrastructure.
• Participate in follow-the-sun support model.
• Build and implement new database infrastructure.
• Apply updates and patches to maintain security and compliance.
• Attend incident calls per SLAs.
• Enforce security and compliance policies.
• Ensure adherence to backup and recovery policies.
• Document legacy processes for clarity and efficiency.
• Coach junior DBAs to enhance their skills.
• Collaborate with teams to optimize database infrastructure.

Skills

SQL Server

PowerShell

Automation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server 2017+

Always On

Transactional Replication

Query Store

Log Shipping

PowerShell

DBAtools

Windows Admin

Storage infra

Job description

Senior Database Administrator / Virtual Mexico

Who We Are

Solera is a global leader in data and software services that strives to transform every touchpoint of the vehicle lifecycle into a connected digital experience. In addition, we provide products and services to protect life’s other most important assets: our homes and digital identities. Today, Solera processes over 300 million digital transactions annually for approximately 235,000 partners and customers in more than 90 countries. Our 6,500 team members foster an uncommon, innovative culture and are dedicated to successfully bringing the future to bear today through cognitive answers, insights, algorithms and automation. For more information, please visit solera.com.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior SQL Server Database Administrator to join our dynamic team. This full-time, remote position is a critical part of our follow-the-sun support model, ensuring the highest levels of availability, reliability, and performance for our SQL Server infrastructure. You'll work with cutting‑edge technologies, collaborate with a multicultural team, and play a pivotal role in maintaining and evolving our database systems.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain high availability and reliability of the SQL Server infrastructure.
• Participate in the follow-the-sun support model.
• Build and implement new database infrastructure.
• Apply updates and patches to maintain a secure and compliant environment.
• Attend incident calls as per SLAs.
• Enforce and uphold security and compliance policies.
• Ensure adherence to backup and recovery policies.
• Document legacy processes for improved clarity and efficiency.
• Coach junior DBAs to enhance their technical skills.
• Oversee performance, applying quick fixes and escalating complex cases to the performance tuning team.
• Collaborate with other teams to discuss and optimize the underlying database infrastructure.

Scope

Primarily focused on on‑premises infrastructure, with a preference for candidates who also have experience with AWS.

Tools and Technologies

SQL Server 2017+, Always On, Transactional Replication, Query Store, Log Shipping. PowerShell, DBAtools, basic Windows administration, and an understanding of storage infrastructure.

What You’ll Bring Experience

7+ years in highly available SQL Server environments, working across virtual and physical infrastructures. Proven ability to automate repetitive tasks using PowerShell or other scripting tools.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Certifications

Microsoft certifications are a plus.

Soft Skills

Self-learner with a high level of initiative. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts. Exceptional adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially for working in a multicultural team.

Preferred Knowledge

Experience in manufacturing industries is a bonus. Development background to facilitate smooth communication with developers.

It is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly, we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive.

The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description.

The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.

Solera is the global leader in vehicle lifecycle management software-as-a-service, data, and services. Through four lines of business – vehicle claims, vehicle repairs, vehicle solutions and fleet solutions – Solera is home to many leading brands in the vehicle lifecycle ecosystem, including Identifix, Audatex, DealerSocket, Omnitracs, LoJack, Spireon, eDriving/Mentor, Explore, CAP HPI, Autodata, and others. Solera empowers its customers to succeed in the digital age by providing them with a “one‑stop shop” solution that streamlines operations, offers data‑driven analytics, and enhances customer engagement, which Solera believes helps customers drive sales, promote customer retention, and improve profit margins. Solera serves over 300,000 global customers and partners in 100+ countries.

For more information, visit www.solera.com.