Database Administrator

Overview

Support and administer the enterprise Microsoft SQL database environment, working closely with the Infrastructure and Application Delivery teams.

What you'll do

• Monitor database performance and health in on-premises and cloud environments.
• Respond to system-generated alerts for failed database jobs and deployments.
• Peer review database scripts for industry best practices and Polaris standards.
• Perform database backups and restores as requested.
• Resolve user-submitted requests for access, deployment, and troubleshooting assistance.
• Provision and configure databases in accordance with established enterprise standards.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent.
• 4-6 years of experience in Database Administration in an enterprise environment.
• Experience maintaining and configuring Microsoft SQL Server 2019 and higher.
• Experience with Microsoft SSIS, SSAS, and SSRS technologies.
• Familiarity with common database performance metrics and tuning practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot failed SSIS packages in partnership with development teams.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with little supervision and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Nice to have

• Experience working with ServiceNow for Incident and Change management.
• Experience with code deployment.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Visual Studio, GitHub.
• Experience working with cloud database technologies, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Cosmos DB, or equivalent.
• Experience working with the Rubrik backup solution for databases.
• Familiarity with high-availability solutions such as Always On and Log Shipping.
• Strong scripting and automation skills.

Details

• Standard hybrid office environment.
• Working in UK and US support hours.
• On-call support on a rotational basis.