Unisys · 18 hours ago
Senior Sql Database Administrator
Plano, TX
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expUnisys is seeking a skilled and experienced MSSQL Database Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize their Microsoft SQL Server environments while leading cloud migration projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and problem-solving abilities, particularly in cloud-based database solutions.
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Hiring Manager
Sai Kumar Oggu
Responsibilities
Install, configure, upgrade, and patch Microsoft SQL Server instances
Monitor database performance, tune queries, and optimize indexes
Implement and maintain high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Always On, Log Shipping, Replication)
Perform regular backups and restores; ensure data integrity and security
Manage users, roles, and permissions following best practices
Assess existing on-premises SQL Server environments and plan cloud migration strategies
Execute migrations to cloud platforms (AWS RDS)
Use migration tools such as Data Migration Assistant (DMA), Azure Database Migration Service (DMS), or equivalent
Test and validate data integrity and application performance post-migration
Optimize cloud database resources for cost, performance, and scalability
Develop and maintain scripts for automation of routine tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL, or cloud-native tools
Monitor and automate alerts, reports, and maintenance jobs
Create and maintain detailed documentation of database architecture, configurations, and migration processes
Provide technical support for application and development teams
Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents and service requests
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of experience as a MMSSQL Server DBA
Someone who has good experience in database migrations to cloud platforms particularly in AWS RDS
Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
Proven experience in database migrations from on-premises to cloud
Strong knowledge of database security, backup/recovery, and performance tuning
Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell scripting
Experience with cloud-native database monitoring and management tools
Excellent communication and documentation skills
Preferred
Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments
Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., ARM templates, Terraform)
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for database deployments
Experience with other RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) is a plus
Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate) are a plus
Company
Unisys
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Funding
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$1.19B2025-06-16Post Ipo Debt· $700M
2020-10-29Post Ipo Debt· $485M
2010-01-19Acquired
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CEO & President
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