Senior Database Administrator - 6 months project - 100% Remote

Genuent; Orange (CA); Remote; Full time

Job summary

Genuent seeks a skilled Database Administrator for a remote position in managing Azure SQL workloads. Candidates will be responsible for securing cloud-based databases, developing backup strategies, and providing technical assistance within a collaborative environment. A Bachelor's degree and strong SQL server experience are required, offering significant career advancement and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible schedule

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years in IT, focusing on SQL server administration.
• 1 year managing SQL environments in Azure.
• Microsoft Certified Database Administrator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer SQL workloads hosted in Microsoft Azure.
• Develop comprehensive backup strategies and disaster recovery plans.
• Automate database administration tasks through scripting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Azure SQL Database

SQL Server

Job description

Employer Industry: Health Insurance

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $76.84/hr based on experience
- Comprehensive medical benefits and retirement plan
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Work remotely with a flexible schedule
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Chance to work on mission-critical applications and improve data integrity

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Manage and administer SQL workloads hosted in Microsoft Azure, including Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
- Monitor and secure cloud-based SQL resources, ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory standards
- Provide technical guidance and assistance to programmers and analysts in database analysis and optimization
- Develop and implement comprehensive backup strategies and disaster recovery plans
- Automate day-to-day database administration tasks through scripting and job scheduling

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems (MIS), or a related field
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT with a focus on SQL server administration, including 1 year managing SQL environments in Azure
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with project management experience
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) or equivalent Azure certification (e.g., Azure Database Administrator Associate)

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