apexanalytix · 6 hours ago
Database Administrator
Remote (United States)
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain MSSQL databases that meet organizational needs.
Collaborate with application developers to define database structures, tables, and relationships.
Implement and manage high availability solutions such as database clustering, mirroring, and AlwaysOn Availability Groups to ensure continuous database access.
Set up monitoring systems to track database performance metrics.
Respond to alerts promptly and proactively address potential issues.
Monitor database usage trends and plan for capacity needs.
Scale resources as necessary to accommodate growing data and user requirements.
Execute regular database backups and validate their integrity.
Conduct periodic recovery drills to ensure a quick and effective response in case of data loss.
Monitor database performance and optimize queries for maximum efficiency.
Implement best practices for performance and scalability.
Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks through query optimization, index tuning, and other performance-enhancing techniques.
Conduct security audits and implement measures to address vulnerabilities.
Regularly review and update security protocols to protect against unauthorized access.
Stay informed about the latest MSSQL patches and updates.
Plan and execute patch deployments in a timely and organized manner.
Stay current with MSSQL releases and features.
Respond to and resolve database-related incidents promptly.
Document incident details and implement preventive measures to avoid future occurrences.
Develop and implement scripts for routine tasks, automation, and monitoring.
Explore opportunities for process automation to improve efficiency.
Create and maintain documentation for database configurations, processes, and procedures.
Ensure that documentation is up-to-date and accessible to the team.
Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, and network engineers.
Provide technical support and guidance to team members.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
Proven 8-10 years’ experience as a Database Administrator with a focus on MSSQL
Experience in database design, implementation, performance tuning, and troubleshooting
Proficiency in MSSQL administration, including installations, configurations, and upgrades
Strong knowledge of database security best practices
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Familiarity with backup and recovery processes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders
Preferred
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
Benefits
Education, Tuition, and Certification Assistance
Mentor Program
Internal Training Portal
Company
apexanalytix
Our Why To positively impact the lives and careers of our associates, customers and partners.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$7MKey Investors
Noro-Moseley Partners
2022-06-06Acquired
2020-08-18Private Equity
2014-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Steve Yurko
Chief Executive Officer
J
John Roberts
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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