Senior SQL Server DBA & Cloud Modernization Lead

Republic Airways

Carmel (IN)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Republic Airways seeks a Senior DBA to own SQL Server architecture across on‑prem and Azure environments. You will drive modernization, ensure reliability, security, and performance, and partner with data engineering, BI, and IT operations.

The role blends hands‑on database engineering with strategic initiatives, emphasizing Always On, encryption, backups, and governance. Responsibilities include design, maintenance, and optimization of SQL Server instances, HA/DR planning, and mentoring junior

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent hands-on experience in enterprise DB environments.
8+ years as a SQL Server DBA in enterprise environments.
Expert-level T-SQL skills for query development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
Experience with HA/DR, security hardening, and patching/lifecycle management.
Working knowledge of cloud platforms including Azure SQL and Synapse.

Responsibilities

Database installation & configuration across clustered, standalone, and cloud environments.
Monitor SQL Server health, analyze query plans, optimize indexes, and troubleshoot bottlenecks.
Develop and optimize complex queries, stored procedures, and scripts.
Design backup strategies and conduct regular restore tests to meet RPO/RTO.
Implement and maintain HA/DR solutions including Always On and failover clustering.
Enforce security standards, manage roles/permissions, encryption, and audit readiness.
Manage SQL Agent jobs, automation with PowerShell and T-SQL.
Coordinate upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management across environments.
Maintain runbooks and operational standards.