Database Administrator

Finboa™; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IRA with Company Match

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Finboa™ in Houston, Texas is looking for a Database Administrator (DBA) responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of databases. The DBA will handle both client-facing and internal environments, supporting implementations and optimizations in Microsoft Azure SQL. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in database management, with proven skills in SQL and hands-on Azure SQL management. This position offers a flexible schedule and provides opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing company.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in database administration (SQL Server / Azure SQL).
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, including DTU and/or vCore resource management.
• Advanced SQL skills, including query writing and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Own provisioning, configuration, ongoing maintenance, and disaster recovery planning and testing for databases.
• Support client implementations, go-lives, migrations ensuring database readiness.
• Monitor and actively manage DTU / vCore utilization and query performance.

Skills

Microsoft Azure SQL

Database administration

SQL

Disaster recovery

Performance tuning

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Azure DevOps

Job description

Benefits:

• IRA with Company Match
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Company Overview

FINBOA is a leading innovator in digital process automation and regulatory compliance for banking institutions. Our cloud-based SaaS solutions streamline back‑office operations, improve compliance accuracy, and enhance the customer experience for banks and credit unions nationwide. We are a fast‑growing organization committed to delivering exceptional service, operational excellence, and cutting‑edge technology across the financial services industry.

Position Overview

The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of FINBOA’s databases across both client‑facing and internal environments.

This role operates within a dual‑reporting structure:

• 70% Client Implementations & Support – Directly supporting client database environments, onboarding, migrations, and production issues
• 30% IT / Internal Infrastructure – Supporting company‑wide database strategy, performance optimization, and security initiatives

This is a hands‑on, production‑focused role requiring strong experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, particularly in resource management (DTUs/vCores, storage, scaling, and performance tuning).

Key Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities – Client Implementations & Support

• Own provisioning, configuration, ongoing maintenance, and disaster recovery planning and testing for client‑specific Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and on‑premises databases
• Support client implementations, go‑lives, and migrations, ensuring database readiness and performance
• Support and maintain data warehouse infrastructure for clients and business intelligence
• Monitor and actively manage:
  • DTU / vCore utilization
  • Storage growth and allocation
  • Query performance and execution plans
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues involving:
  • Query performance degradation
  • Blocking/locking
  • Data inconsistencies or failures
• Perform data migrations, imports, exports, and validation activities
• Execute controlled data updates and client‑specific configurations
• Partner with Support to resolve escalated database‑related issues
• Collaborate with Implementation Engineers on onboarding and environment setup
• Maintain documentation for client database configurations and standards

Secondary Responsibilities – Internal / Company‑wide IT

• Assist IT leadership with internal database administration across corporate environments
• Support database security initiatives (least privilege, password rotation, auditing, monitoring)
• Participate in patching, version upgrades, and performance optimization for shared systems
• Maintain the operational health of internal SQL servers, VMs, and supporting infrastructure, while refining Azure resource configurations, scaling, and cost‑efficiency recommendations
• Assist with monitoring, alerting, and disaster recovery planning
• Contribute to company‑wide data governance, standardization, and compliance initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in database administration (SQL Server / Azure SQL)
• Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, including:
  • DTU and/or vCore resource management
  • Storage scaling and performance tuning
  • Azure monitoring tools (Metrics, Query Performance Insight, etc.)
  • Cost optimization and right‑sizing databases
• Advanced SQL skills:
  • Query writing and optimization
  • Indexing strategies
  • Stored procedures, views, tables, and execution plan analysis
  • Data migration
• Experience managing production database environments with high availability requirements
• Strong understanding of:
  • Disaster recovery
  • Backup and recovery strategies
  • Database security and access control
  • Performance tuning methodologies
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex database issues in real‑time
• Experience working cross‑functionally with engineering, support, and operations teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in SaaS, fintech, or financial services environments
• Familiarity with multi‑tenant database architectures
• Experience with automation/scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash)
• Exposure to Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Azure networking components (including VNets, subnets, and VPNs)
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, etc.)
• Experience supporting ETL processes or data pipelines

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication skills, especially with client‑facing teams.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working in structured, process‑driven contexts.
• Team‑oriented with a service‑first mentality.
• Strong ownership mentality over production systems.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.