SQL DBA

Alpha Technologies Inc USA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in New York seeks an experienced Database Administrator (DBA) with strong SQL Server expertise, particularly with versions 2008 and 2012. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, capable of troubleshooting, performance tuning, and implementing DB automation using PowerShell. AWS experience is a must, and the role requires effective communication skills to liaise with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This position involves working flexible hours to ensure critical situations are managed effectively.

Qualifications

• Must have strong experience with SQL Server, particularly 2008 and 2012.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and performance tuning essential.
• Experience in SQL/TSQL and automation techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Perform required database tasks as a hands-on DBA.
• Diagnose problems and triage issues across multiple tiers.
• Implement automation to reduce manual administrative tasks.

Skills

SQL Server Clustering

Performance Tuning

SQL coding and tuning

DB automation (PowerShell)

Troubleshooting skills

Data management

Communication skills

AWS

Job description

Strong Experience with SQL Server Clustering, Mirroring, Log Shipping

Experience with SQL coding and tuning

Must be hands‑on, technically adept DBA, capable of performing required DB tasks.

Deep knowledge with SQL Server 2008, 2012 databases

Strong troubleshooting/performance tuning skills required. Must be able improve SQL performance.

Ability to diagnose problems and triage/resolve issues across various tiers (application, network, database, server, or storage tiers).

Ability to implement automation to reduce manual administrative tasks through use of jobs, PowerShell or other techniques.

Expert level of SQL Server RDBMS installation/configuration, patching, troubleshooting, performance tracking/tuning, back‑up/recovery, remote monitoring skills with hands‑on experience in large and very dynamic environments.

Experience with very complex database environments.

Experience in SQL/TSQL.

Experience in working controlled environment, change control, and validated systems.

Experience with Foglight is plus

Experience on AlwaysOn and SQL Server 2014 is plus

Functional Skills:

• Strong commitment to following SDLC/Change-Management principles
• Self starter and be able to perform work with minimal supervisory direction
• Knowledge of data quality, data management and data testing strategies and practices
• Strong oral and written skills.
• Able to communicate efficiently and effectively to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Anticipate and handle critical situations.
• Ability to thrive in change. Fast, flexible, cooperative work style.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours

Qualifications

AWS EXPERIENCE MUST HAVE

Additional Information

Send me your resumes at vince@alphait. us