Database Administrator

Bright Horizons Children's Centers•Newton, NE

1d•$69,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented SQL Database Administrator to support the maintenance, performance, and security of our SQL Server databases. This role is ideal for candidates looking to grow their career in database administration while working with DBA and infrastructure teams. Bright Horizons is a leading education and care company that helps employees thrive at work and at home by partnering with employers to offer high-quality child care, elder care, and educational support. Our workplace reflects this commitment—with collaborative environments, meaningful benefits, and a culture that supports both career growth and personal well-being. Whether you’re caring for children or powering the systems and partnerships that make it all possible, at Bright Horizons, you’re the difference This is a hybrid role that requires 3 days a week onsite in our Newton, MA office.

Requirements

Vocational or technical education
1-3 years of experience in database administration
Exposure to Windows Server environments

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree
5 years experience in database administration
Work with off-shore teams
Help lead new initiatives
Forward thinking of new technologies
Basic understanding of SQL Server architecture
Familiarity with backup/restore procedures and SQL database monitoring tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and willingness to learn.
Knowledge of PowerShell or other scripting languages is a bonus.
Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Azure SQL/MI) is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of SQL Server instances.
Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues of limited complexity.
Perform routine backups and restores; ensure data integrity and availability.
Support database deployments, updates, and patching processes.
Respond to support tickets and resolve database-related issues in a timely manner.
Help manage user access and security roles within SQL Server.
Document database procedures, configurations, and changes.
Collaborate with developers and system administrators to optimize queries and database design.
Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
Responsible for ensuring availability and performance of the databases that support the system.
Proactively monitor the database systems to ensure secure services with minimum downtime.
Enforce database administration and user standards and procedures.
Audit, modify, and amend data in systems using SQL commands, hand-editing, and bulk import.
Implement and release database changes according to agreed timescales and costs