Database Administrator

Lead the strategic efforts in storing and managing OLTP data across products
Use high-speed data backup and recovery techniques
Install, configure, and upgrade database servers
Manage hardware requirements for production systems
Plan and support database security as defined by system/security architects, etc.
Plan and perform database migrations for better scalability and performance, etc.
Respond to requests for data, requiring writing some ad hoc queries like request for audit trail for some accounts, etc
Design, test and implement Disaster Recovery, Backup and Restore strategies, standards and scripts
Maintenance and monitoring of database systems for optimal performance and availability.
Monitor jobs execution, and make corrective actions when necessary
Monitoring replication and make corrective actions in case of problems
Assist developers, network administration, and applications support staff in diagnosing and resolving database-related application problems
Develop scripts to optimally perform procedures, functions and notifications as part of the day to day management functions. Moderate experience in SQL performance tuning is required
Create primary objects (tables, views, indices, keys), as required to support the requirements defined by the application support functions and system developers
Architect and design of production database systems.
Provide support to other IT teams such as App Development and Data Services

Required Skills

Three years of experience in IT as a Database Administrator (MS-SQL server)
Ability to clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate with team members and 3rd party vendors.
Be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies and practices that may not be familiar
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related discipline
About 3+ years of experience designing, executing, and supporting cloud data solutions
Experience with MS-SQL server in AWS RDS or Azure SQL Database
Experience with administrating Replication, SSIS, and SSRS
Experience with setting up DR for SQL server in cloud architecture and understanding of RTO/RPO concepts (nice to have)
In-depth knowledge in database design and architecture core concepts
Excellent knowledge of cloud computing technologies and current computing trends.
Good understanding of disaster recovery and database backup procedures
Enforce best practices for database security
Ability to create accurate documentation (charting diagrams spreadsheets)