SQL DBA

Job Summary: SQL/Cloud Database Administrator at Everforth Apex

[About the Role]
Everforth Apex is seeking a skilled SQL/Cloud Database Administrator to join our dynamic team. You will play a pivotal role in supporting, optimizing, and maintaining mission-critical SQL Server and cloud database environments. If you're passionate about database technologies and looking to expand your expertise in both on-premises and cloud platforms, this is your opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and innovative work environment.

[Responsibilities]

- Administer, monitor, and optimize enterprise SQL Server databases (2019/2022+), ensuring maximum uptime and performance.
- Oversee database high availability, clustering, mirroring, and failover clustering solutions.
- Tune SQL queries and resolve complex database issues to enhance performance and reliability.
- Execute database installations, upgrades, patching, and migrations, including cloud migrations to platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to troubleshoot connectivity, access, and security issues.
- Refine existing database maintenance tasks and processes to align with business priorities.
- Utilize O/S scripting utilities for database support and diagnostics.
- Provide rotational help desk and application support as part of the team.
- Communicate technical concepts clearly in both verbal and written formats.

[Required Skills and Experience]

- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server database administration.
- Strong expertise in SQL Server administration, troubleshooting, upgrades, patching, and high availability solutions.
- Proficiency in T-SQL development, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Experience with SQL Server clustering, mirroring, Always On, and database migrations.
- Knowledge of data warehousing, ETL processes, and OLTP/data warehouse environments.
- Exposure to cloud database technologies (Azure SQL, Snowflake, Databricks, Managed SQL platforms) and supporting cloud migration initiatives.
- Experience working on Windows platform.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; equivalent skills and work history considered.
- Clear and effective communication skills.

[Preferred Skills]

- Experience with SSIS, SSAS, and SSRS.
- Familiarity with data modeling principles.
- Certifications in Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks.
- Exposure to application and help desk support environments.

[Benefits]

- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud and database technologies.
- Career advancement through hands-on experience with large-scale, enterprise environments.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Flexible work location (remote candidates welcome).
- Exposure to cloud migration projects and modern data platforms.

[How to Apply]

Ready to take your database career to the next level? Submit your resume through our online application portal. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for next steps.
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