RalanTech · 3 hours ago
Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (With Cloud Experience)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$65/hr - $75/hr
10+ years expRalanTech is seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator to support our enterprise clients across hybrid and multi-cloud environments. The role involves leading efforts in performance tuning, cloud migrations, automation, and ensuring high availability for mission-critical databases.
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Responsibilities
Administer SQL Server environments across on-prem, Azure (SQL MI, SQL DB), AWS (RDS, EC2), and hybrid cloud infrastructures
Expertise with SQL Server versions 2016 through 2022, including Always On, Replication, and Log Shipping
Provide architectural guidance on HA/DR, sharding, partitioning, and storage strategies
Perform complex troubleshooting, tuning queries and indexes, and resolve system-level performance issues
Evaluate new features and make recommendations for best-fit adoption based on client needs
Manage the full SQL Server database lifecycle installs, upgrades, patching, and service pack rollouts
Maintain high availability and disaster recovery setups (Always on AGs, Failover Clusters)
Monitor and tune performance using tools like SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and DMVs
Enforce database security, access controls, auditing, and encryption protocols
Develop and maintain proactive monitoring dashboards using tools like Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, SCOM, and custom PowerShell scripts
Lead SQL Server migrations from on-prem to cloud and between cloud platforms
Use tools such as Data Migration Assistant (DMA), SSIS, DMS, and native backup/restore methods
Validate performance, data integrity, and compliance post-migration
Automate operational processes like patching, provisioning, backups, and health checks using PowerShell, T-SQL, and Azure/AWS CLI tools
Serve as the escalation point for critical database issues and lead incident management
Ensure SLAs for uptime, RTO/RPO, and response time are met
Provide mentorship to junior SQL DBAs and share best practices across teams
Act as a trusted technical advisor for clients on database strategy and modernization efforts
Conduct regular client check-ins and architecture reviews
Champion client needs to ensure long-term success internally
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of experience as an SQL Server DBA in enterprise environments
Demonstrated expertise with cloud-hosted SQL Server in Azure, AWS, or GCP
Deep knowledge of SQL Server internals, T-SQL, query optimization, and database architecture
Proficient in Always On AGs, clustering, replication, and other HA/DR technologies
Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Reporting Services (SSRS), and Management Studio (SSMS)
Strong background in automation using PowerShell and T-SQL
Preferred
Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for database deployments is a plus
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
AWS Certified Database – Specialty
MCSA/MCSE in SQL Server or related database technologies
Benefits
100% remote with flexible hours
Collaborate on cloud-forward, enterprise-scale projects with a global technical team
Company
RalanTech
Ralantech offers digital transformation, cloud consulting, managed IT services, and Salesforce Managed Services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Raju Chidambaram
Technology Advisor | Fractional CTO
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