Database Administrator

FINBOA Inc•Hunters Creek Village, TX

About The Position

The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of FINBOA’s databases across both client-facing and internal environments. This role operates within a dual-reporting structure: 70% Client Implementations & Support → Directly supporting client database environments, onboarding, migrations, and production issues. 30% IT / Internal Infrastructure → Supporting company-wide database strategy, performance optimization, and security initiatives. This is a hands-on, production-focused role requiring strong experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, particularly in resource management (DTUs/vCores, storage, scaling, and performance tuning).

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in database administration (SQL Server / Azure SQL)
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, including: DTU and/or vCore resource management, Storage scaling and performance tuning, Azure monitoring tools (Metrics, Query Performance Insight, etc.), Cost optimization and right-sizing databases
Advanced SQL skills: Query writing and optimization, Indexing strategies, Stored procedures, views, tables, and execution plan analysis, Data migration
Experience managing production database environments with high availability requirements
Strong understanding of: Disaster recovery, Backup and recovery strategies, Database security and access control, Performance tuning methodologies
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex database issues in real-time
Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, support, and operations teams
Strong communication skills, especially with client-facing teams.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
Proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
Comfortable working in structured, process-driven contexts.
Team-oriented with a service-first mentality.
Strong ownership mentality over production systems.
High attention to detail and data accuracy.

Nice To Haves

Experience in SaaS, fintech, or financial services environments
Familiarity with multi-tenant database architectures
Experience with automation/scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash)
Exposure to Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipelines
Experience with Azure networking components (including VNets, subnets, and VPNs)
Understanding of compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, etc.)
Experience supporting ETL processes or data pipelines

Responsibilities

Own provisioning, configuration, ongoing maintenance, and disaster recovery planning and testing for client-specific Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and on-premises databases
Support client implementations, go-lives, and migrations, ensuring database readiness and performance
Support and maintain data warehouse infrastructure for clients and business intelligence
Monitor and actively manage: DTU / vCore utilization, Storage growth and allocation, Query performance and execution plans
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues involving: Query performance degradation, Blocking/locking, Data inconsistencies or failures
Perform data migrations, imports, exports, and validation activities
Execute controlled data updates and client-specific configurations
Partner with Support to resolve escalated database-related issues
Collaborate with Implementation Engineers on onboarding and environment setup
Maintain documentation for client database configurations and standards
Assist IT leadership with internal database administration across corporate environments
Support database security initiatives (least privilege, password rotation, auditing, monitoring)
Participate in patching, version upgrades, and performance optimization for shared systems
Maintain the operational health of internal SQL servers, VMs, and supporting infrastructure, while refining Azure resource configurations, scaling, and cost-efficiency recommendations
Assist with monitoring, alerting, and disaster recovery planning
Contribute to company-wide data governance, standardization, and compliance initiatives