SQL Database Administrator - SQL DBA

Retirement Clearinghouse LLC; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Bonus potential

PTO & holidays

Day-one benefits (health, dental, etc)

Job summary

Retirement Clearinghouse LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced SQL Database Administrator to maintain and optimize our production databases. You will install, configure, and manage SQL Server environments, analyze query performance, and collaborate with developers to implement changes per standards.

This role offers hybrid work with one in-office day weekly and a strong focus on performance, reliability, and security.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of Microsoft SQL Server experience.
• We expect strong SQL/T‑SQL skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex queries.
• Hands-on SQL Server administration and performance tuning experience.
• Experience analyzing execution plans and using DMVs/Profiler/Extended Events.
• Experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.

Responsibilities

• Solve real‑world technical problems by investigating requests and identifying root causes.

Skills

SQL Server experience

T-SQL

DMVs and execution plans

Always On Availability Groups

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent work / collaboration

PowerShell proficiency

WhereScape RED (bonus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Tools

SQL Server Profiler

Extended Events

PowerShell

WhereScape RED

Job description

$100,000–$110,000 + Bonus Potential | Hybrid | Charlotte, NC

Your SQL expertise deserves to make an impact.

Looking for a role where you can solve challenging database problems, improve performance, collaborate directly with developers, and actually see the difference your work makes?

Meet Retirement Clearinghouse (RCH).

A Charlotte Magazine top workplace for three consecutive years (2024–2026)!

At RCH, we use innovative technology to help millions of Americans preserve their retirement savings. We’re a collaborative team that values fresh ideas, technical excellence, work-life balance, and people who take pride in what they do.

As aSQL Database Administrator, you’ll play an important role in keeping our business-critical databases performing at their best. You’ll have opportunities to troubleshoot complex issues, tune queries, improve reliability, and work closely with our application support and development teams. As a key member of our technical team, you’ll help keep our databases secure, efficient, and dependable while supporting the applications our customers rely on.

What you will do:

Solve real-world technical problems. Respond to technical requests from end users of RCH products and systems, investigate issues, analyze available data, and quickly identify root causes.

Manage SQL Server environments. Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server database environments.

Optimize database performance. Analyze execution plans, Dynamic Management Views (DMVs), and other diagnostic tools to identify bottlenecks and improve query performance, scalability, and efficiency.

Protect production performance. Review and tune queries flagged as potentially harmful to production systems, helping maintain stability, availability, and reliability.

Collaborate with developers and application support. Work directly with application support specialists and developers to implement database changes in accordance with company standards and change management policies.

Support quarterly releases. Partner with the application support team to prepare for and execute quarterly application releases.

Support SQL Server upgrades and improvements. Evaluate new SQL Server features, trace flags, and operational changes before database migrations and version upgrades.

Maintain clear technical documentation. Create and update database diagrams, operational procedures, data standards, data definitions, and reports.

Position Requirements

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least 2 years of relevant Microsoft SQL Server experience, through professional experience or a combination of education and experience.
• Strong, advanced-level SQL and T-SQL skills, including the ability to write, analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize complex queries.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server administration and database performance tuning.
• Experience analyzing SQL execution plans and using DMVs, SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, or similar tools to diagnose and resolve performance issues.
• Hands-on experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues, identify root causes, and recommend effective solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• The ability to work independently, collaborate with a team, and adapt to changing business and technical needs.

Bonus points: Data warehousing experience or familiarity with WhereScape RED, andPowerShell proficiency for database administration, automation, or related tasks.Experience with SQL Server migrations, version upgrades, and production database support.Proficiency with PowerShell for database administration, automation, or related technical tasks.

A bachelor’s degree in IT or a related field is preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience will be considered. Candidates will complete a technical assessment.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• $100,000–$110,000 annual salary
• Bonus potential
• Hybrid flexibility: Work remotely most of the week, with just one required office day every Tuesday
• 18 PTO days + 5 sick days + 3 floating holidays annually, plus paid company holidays
• Benefits start on day one: Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) eligibility from day one, with employer matching and immediate 100% vesting
• A supportive culture that values work-life balance
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement

THE DETAILS

Location: Charlotte, NC — hybrid schedule

In-office requirement: Every Tuesday

Important: Applicants must live within commuting distance of our Charlotte office.

Retirement Clearinghouse is an EEO employer and participates in the E-Verify program. Pre-employment background checks will be performed upon offer of employment

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range $100-110K annually, commensurate with skills and experience

Division Retirement Clearinghouse LLC

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