Job Details
The DBA assists in the administration and management of Production, Development and QA Databases in a multi-server, mission critical windows server environment. This includes the use of knowledge of Microsoft SQL 2000/2005 and SQL query language to assist in the creation and management of databases. The individual will assist developers and members of the stability team in the isolation and correction of database related errors to eliminate problems and make improvements.
The Sr. Database Administrator s role will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, monitoring, operation support and performance of critical database systems, to ensure high availability and consistent performance of our corporate applications. The Database Administration team provides 24x7 database and production support for all database systems ensuring their database integrity, security and availability. This is a hands-on position requiring solid technical skills with advanced skillsets with SQL Server performance, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills to perform Production Support of financial applications using database technologies of MSSQL 2000-2016.
Responsibilities:
Responsible for design, installation, configuration, security and maintenance of highly available enterprise database systems
Troubleshoot and resolve database incident tickets.
Monitor backup jobs on all enterprise databases and perform routine disaster recovery scenarios
Participate in on-call after-hours support rotation, responding to support calls after- hours/weekends/holidays.
Establish and maintain database policies and standards
Generate database schema definitions and modifications as required
Plan and coordinate data refreshes from one environment to another
Monitor database system details within the database, including stored procedures and execution time, and implement efficiency improvements.
Monitor, optimize and allocate physical data storage for database systems.
Develop, implement, and maintain change control and testing processes for modifications to databases.
Create, or support creation of, required reports in response to business user needs.
Perform database transaction and security audits.
Follow and maintain in-house documentation for repeatable processes, including database feature installation, disaster recovery, and common problem resolution
Establish appropriate end-user database access control levels.
Develop routines for end users to facilitate best practices database use.
Follow ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) practices for Change Management.
Formal Education & Certification:
Bachelor s Degree in the field of computer science/engineering and/or 5 years equivalent work experience with SQL Server database administration and/or SQL Server development.
MCDBA and or MCIT Certification desirable
Essential Skills & Experience:
5+ years direct experience managing and supporting Microsoft SQL Server version (2000-2016)
Knowledge and experience in Database Performance, Tuning and Optimization (PTO)
Excellent knowledge in system views and system stored procedures using T-SQL.
Hands on experience with database security, auditing, backup/restore, DR and high availability
Experience with data partitioning, indexing best practices, resource governor, extended events
Experience with DTS and SSIS Packages.
Experience in installation and configuration of SQL Server in Virtualized Environments
Experience in PowerShell a plus
Experience in Solarwinds Monitoring and DPA (Ignite) a plus
Experience in financial services is a plus.
Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Knowledge of Incident/Problem Management and is familiar with ITIL processes in a critical production environment.
Personal Attributes:
Good written and oral communication skills.
Strong technical documentation skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to conduct research into database issues, standards, and products as required.
Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language.
Highly self-motivated and directed.
Keen attention to detail.
Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Strong customer service orientation.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.