SQL Server Database Architect

Blutic; California (MO); Remote; USD 130,000 - 256,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Database Architect with substantial experience in SQL Server and a solid background in team leadership. This remote-first role aims to optimize database performance and manage high-availability solutions. Candidates should demonstrate extensive knowledge and expertise in database architecture and administration, whilst guiding best practices across a DBA team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in database administration, specifically with SQL Server.
• 5+ years leading DBA teams and strategy.
• Experience with Snowflake administration and high-availability solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the DBA strategy for scalability and security.
• Lead and mentor the DBA team, ensuring best practices.
• Optimize SQL Server databases for performance and reliability.

Skills

SQL Server

Database Optimization

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Advanced degree or certifications (MCSE: Data Management & Analytics, AWS/Azure Database Certifications)

Tools

Python

PowerShell

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

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MBI Digital is looking for a Database Architect with 10+ years of experience in database administration and architecture, with a focus on SQL Server and 5+ years in a leadership role, guiding DBA teams and setting database strategy.

The candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the overall database administration (DBA) strategy, leading the DBA team, and ensuring the optimal performance of our SQL Server environments. This role requires deep expertise in SQL Server architecture, database optimization, and high availability solutions. The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, capable of setting direction and best practices for database management.

This is a remote position to start with for 6-12 months. After the contract, if the position turns out to be contract-to-hire, candidates will need to physically reside in OR, CA, or WA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and drive the DBA strategy to ensure scalability, security, and high availability of database systems
• Provide direction, mentorship, and oversight to the DBA team, ensuring best practices in database administration
• Architect, implement, and optimize SQL Server databases to meet the performance and reliability needs of the business
• SQL Expertise: Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies to enhance database performance
• Automation & Scripting: Utilize scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to automate database processes and deployments
• Lead efforts to optimize database performance, including query tuning, indexing strategies, and resource allocation
• Design and implement high-availability solutions, replication strategies, and disaster recovery plans for critical databases
• Ensure database security, access control, and compliance with industry standards and company policies
• Work closely with development, infrastructure, and business teams to align database solutions with company objectives
• Establish and maintain database documentation, policies, and best practices for database administration.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with developers, data engineers, and business teams to align database solutions with organizational goals

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in database administration and architecture, with a focus on SQL Server
• 5+ years in a leadership role, guiding DBA teams and setting database strategy
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake administration, including data modeling, security, and workload management
• Advanced degree or certifications (MCSE: Data Management & Analytics, AWS/Azure Database Certifications) are a plus
• Knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC).

Skills:

• Expert-level experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including database architecture, administration, and optimization.
• Strong understanding of SQL Server high-availability and disaster recovery solutions (Always On, replication, mirroring, etc.).
• Experience with database automation, scripting (PowerShell, T-SQL), and performance tuning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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