SQL Database Administrator

Purple DriveSQL Database Administrator Share Contractual Bentonville, AROverview:Key ResponsibilitiesInstall, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases across development, testing, and production environments.Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies for optimization.Manage database backups, restores, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions (Always On, Clustering, Replication, Log Shipping).Implement and maintain database security, including roles, permissions, and encryption.Perform capacity planning, space management, and database upgrades/patches.Troubleshoot and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks, query optimization, and deadlocks.Support developers with query tuning, indexing strategies, and schema design.Ensure compliance with data governance and auditing standards.Create and maintain detailed documentation for database procedures and configurations.Required Skills & QualificationsProven experience (7+ years) as a SQL Server DBA in enterprise environments.Strong expertise in SQL Server (2016/2019/2022).Solid understanding of T-SQL, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and indexing.Experience with database monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., SQL Profiler, DPA, Redgate, SolarWinds).Hands-on experience with HA/DR technologies (Always On, Mirroring, Clustering).Familiarity with cloud database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS for SQL Server) is a plus.Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.Excellent communication and documentation abilities.Nice to HaveExperience with automation tools (PowerShell, Ansible).Exposure to NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra) is an advantage.Knowledge of DevOps/CI-CD pipelines for database deployments.