Senior SQL Server DBA

Infowave Systems, Inc; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions company is seeking a Senior SQL Server DBA to oversee the design, performance, and security of production databases. This hybrid role emphasizes hands-on database management and troubleshooting, requiring significant experience with SQL Server and a collaborative approach. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong analytical skills and work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring data integrity across complex systems. The position offers a platform for leadership within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Hands on experience performing database architecture and management with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience in supporting large, distributed, enterprise production database systems.
• Strong understanding of database structures, theories, and principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, performance, integrity and security of production databases.
• Troubleshoot any database issues on behalf of the users.
• Lead role in architecting and designing database systems.

Skills

Database architecture

MSSQL query development

Performance tuning

ETL processes

Scripting or programming

Job description

Title: Senior SQL Server DBA

Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA (Hybrid)

The Senior Database Administrator (Senior DBA) is responsible for the design, performance, integrity and security of production databases in a highly available 24/7 data systems environment. The role will be involved in the planning and development of new databases, as well as troubleshooting any issues on behalf of the users.

Education & Requirements

• Hands on experience performing database architecture, management, modification and support working with Microsoft SQL Server
• Experience in supporting large, highly available, distributed, enterprise production database systems
• Experience and knowledge in the design and implementation of new DBMS systems, programming, analysis and design, systems development or systems administration, MSSQL low‑level database, query development and Stored Procedure tuning and optimization, tuning data structures, indexing and queries, managing production databases with replication, hot stand‑by, clustering, and table partitioning and working in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment
• Experience working in a 24/7/365 environment and taking a lead role in architecting, designing, and building complex database systems
• Experience with both Windows and Linux operating systems is preferred.
• Experience in programming, analysis and design, systems development, or systems administration preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Detailed knowledge of database technical architectures, ETL, data structures, and reporting tools and environments

• Significant practical hands‑on experience with database administration, backup and recovery, performance tuning and high‑availability solutions
• Knowledge of MS SQL standard database maintenance, monitoring/alerting and best practices. Expert knowledge of PLSQL, triggers, and stored procedure development and optimization in SQL Server
• Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices. Extensive background in database systems along with a strong knowledge of SQL
• Fluency with at least one scripting or programming language
• Skilled in advising developers on query best practices, tuning, data consistency and availability
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills with the ability to multi‑task while maintaining careful attention‑to‑detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects, data input, strong problem‑solving capability, excellent interpersonal/ communication skills
• Independent self‑starter who is driven to success, takes great pride in accomplishments and works with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines and address competing priorities

Hexplora is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.