Senior SQL Server DBA

cnx; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 92,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

cnx is seeking a Senior SQL Server DBA to join our Omaha-based onsite team. You will manage complex SQL Server environments, implement Always On setups, and lead performance tuning and automation with PowerShell.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of hands-on SQL Server experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and a focus on disaster recovery, governance, and first-time-right delivery. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of SQL Server database administration experience.
• Expert knowledge of backup/recovery, security, performance tuning, and high availability.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize SQL Server environments for reliability and performance.
• Design and troubleshoot Always On Availability Groups and HA configurations.
• Lead query and index tuning and wait statistics analysis.
• Develop PowerShell scripts to automate administration and monitoring.
• Support disaster recovery planning, execution, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with SOX and CIS guidelines.
• Review code and plans; mentor junior engineers; collaborate across teams.
• Participate in monitoring improvements and proactive issue resolution.

Skills

SQL Server DBA fundamentals

PowerShell scripting

Query tuning

Index tuning

Always On Availability Groups

Disaster recovery orchestration

Windows troubleshooting

SOX / CIS compliance

Mentoring junior staff

Problem solving

Tools

PowerShell

Tableau

Job description

Senior SQL Server DBA

Location: Omaha, NE (Onsite – 5 Days a week)

Position Summary

We are looking for a SQL Server DBA with SME-level expertise and 7+ years of hands‑on SQL Server experience to support complex database environments onsite at Omaha, NE. In this role, you will bring deep SQL Server administration knowledge, strong PowerShell scripting capability, advanced troubleshooting skills, and a continuous improvement mindset to help deliver resilient, high‑performing, and compliant database solutions.

This is an opportunity for a technically strong database professional who enjoys solving complex problems, optimizing performance, supporting disaster recovery readiness, and mentoring others toward first‑time‑right, zero‑defect delivery.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize SQL Server database environments with a focus on reliability, performance, availability, and operational excellence.
• Design, support, and troubleshoot SQL Server architectures, including Always On Availability Groups and high‑availability configurations.
• Lead query tuning, index tuning, and wait statistics analysis to identify performance bottlenecks and improve database efficiency.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate database administration, monitoring, reporting, and operational tasks.
• Troubleshoot complex Windows and SQL Server issues across production and non‑production environments.
• Support disaster recovery orchestration, including planning, validation, execution support, and continuous improvement of recovery processes.
• Contribute to database compliance activities aligned with regulatory and security frameworks such as SOX and CIS.
• Review code, database scripts, and implementation plans to promote high‑quality, stable, and production‑ready deliverables.
• Mentor junior team members and support knowledge sharing across the team.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to resolve technical issues, improve processes, and deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Apply strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills to drive root cause analysis and long‑term remediation.
• Support monitoring and alerting improvements to reduce noise, improve visibility, and strengthen operational response.
• Collaborate effectively in a delivery environment; knowledge of Agile development methodology is a plus.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in SQL Server database administration
• Expert knowledge of SQL Server DBA fundamentals, including backup and recovery, security, performance tuning, maintenance, and availability.
• Strong hands‑on experience with PowerShell scripting for automation and operational efficiency.
• Expert‑level Windows troubleshooting capability.
• Strong experience with query optimization, index tuning, and wait statistics analysis.
• Hands‑on experience with Always On Availability Groups.
• Experience supporting disaster recovery orchestration and production resiliency initiatives.
• Experience working with regulatory compliance requirements, including SOX and CIS.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to perform code reviews and mentor junior developers or engineers to drive high‑quality deliverables.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering projects with a first‑time‑right / zero‑defect production mindset.
• Intermediate experience with SCOM and SCCM is preferred.
• Experience with monitoring and alerting tuning is preferred.
• Exposure to data analytics tools such as Tableau is a plus.
• Knowledge of Agile development methodology is a plus.

The base salary for this position is $ 92,250 to $ 95,120 plus incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on work location, qualifications, skills, education, experience, and competencies. Benefits available to eligible employees in this role include medical, dental, and vision insurance, comprehensive employee assistance program, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off and holidays and paid learning days.

The deadline to apply for this position is: 09/28/2026. This position is for an existing, immediate vacancy. We are currently seeking to fill this role with an individual who can start as soon as possible.

As part of the hiring process, candidates may be required to undergo background screening and identity verification, where permitted by applicable law and consistent with the requirements of the role. Certain verification processes used by the Company or its service providers may involve technologies that rely on biometric identifiers or biometric information, where permitted by law. If biometric identifiers or biometric information are collected, used, or stored, the Company will provide the legally required disclosures and obtain any required written consent prior to such collection, and will handle such information in accordance with applicable biometric privacy laws and Company policies.

Location: USA, NE, Work-at-Home

Language Requirements

Time Type: Full time

Physical and Mental Requirements

The employee is regularly required to operate a computer, keyboard, telephone/headset, and/or other office equipment as essential functions of this position. Work is generally sedentary in nature.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Concentrix is an equal opportunity and affirmative action (EEO‑AA) employer. We promote equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and do not discriminate in any phase of the employment process based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy or related condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other basis protected by law.

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Accommodation

Concentrix welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities and is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. Requests may be made by contacting [e-mail]. All information will be treated confidentially and used solely to facilitate your participation in the recruitment process.

Artificial Intelligence

As part of our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening and/or assessment of job applicants. These tools could be used to evaluate resumes, applications, and other materials submitted to help us identify the best candidates for the role.

Work Authorization

In accordance with federal law, only applicants who are legally authorized to work in the United States will be considered for this position. Must reside in the United States or have a valid U.S. address for residence.

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