Lead Database Administrator

The Judge Group • Fort Worth, TX

449d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead Database Administrator will oversee the transition of on-premise servers to Azure, ensuring minimal downtime and a smooth migration process. This role involves implementing best practices for database security and compliance, optimizing performance, and maintaining high availability for critical database systems. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and a commitment to continuous improvement in database operations.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in Database Operations with a Master's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology preferred.
• Extensive experience with database platforms (MS SQL Server, Azure Synapse, Postgres, Azure SQL) supporting high-volume OLTP systems.
• Strong knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Analysis Service, and Microsoft Fabric.
• Proficient in data warehouse systems and MPP database architecture.
• Experience in architecture design and managing databases in cloud and on-prem environments.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, DB performance tuning, and rapid problem troubleshooting/resolution.
• Understanding of and ability to work with IaC, CI/CD Pipelines, Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, AWS Lambda, Azure Resource Manager, etc.
• Skilled in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python.
• Good judgment, prompt decision-making ability, responsibility, and accountability.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Ability to envision and create automation for provisioning and administration tasks.
• Document and maintain database policies, procedures, and standards.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant database/cloud certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cloud migration projects from on-prem servers to Azure.
• Implement best practices for database security and compliance with data privacy regulations.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, optimizing query performance, indexing strategies, and resource utilization.
• Maintain robust monitoring solutions for real-time database health insights and proactive issue resolution.
• Conduct regular health checks, capacity planning, and upgrade/migration activities.
• Perform essential database administration tasks: installation, configuration, monitoring, tuning, backup, recovery, and troubleshooting.
• Lead the architecture, design, development, and testing processes for databases and other services on Azure.
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Deliver high-quality, innovative, and scalable technical solutions.
• Ensure 24x7 availability with on-call support for critical database systems hosted on-premise and in multiple clouds.
• Design, implement, and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions.
• Drive automation by developing intuitive or simpler process designs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and interact with global stakeholders.
• Continuously improve processes to reduce delivery time and develop innovative solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Master's degree