Remote SQL Server DBA – HA/DR & Performance Expert

OpenKrill

United States

Remote

USD 83,000 - 138,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Atmosera seeks an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to manage high-availability SQL Server environments. The role emphasizes Always On Availability Groups, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning in a contractor, remote-friendly setting.

You will collaborate with IT teams to ensure optimal database performance, implement security controls, and automate monitoring and maintenance. Prior HA/DR and cloud experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA.
  • Expertise in SQL Server Always On Availability Groups and other HA/DR solutions.
  • Strong understanding of T‑SQL scripting, indexing, and query tuning.
  • Experience with PowerShell, automation scripts, and monitoring tools.
  • Understanding of database security principles and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances (on-premises and/or cloud).
  • Manage security, roles, permissions, and backups.
  • Monitor database health and performance proactively.

Skills

SQL Server DBA
Always On AG
T-SQL
PowerShell
Monitoring tools
Database security/compliance
HA/DR expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

WSFC

Job description

Atmosera seeks an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to manage high-availability SQL Server environments. The role emphasizes Always On Availability Groups, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning in a contractor, remote-friendly setting.

You will collaborate with IT teams to ensure optimal database performance, implement security controls, and automate monitoring and maintenance. Prior HA/DR and cloud experience are highly valued.

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