Mansfield Energy Corp · 9 hours ago
Database Operations Manager, Houston - Hybrid Schedule
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expMansfield Energy Corp is seeking a Database Operations Manager to lead database operations and performance optimization across a multi-company enterprise. This role involves ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and availability of SQL Server environments while overseeing database monitoring, backup strategies, and performance tuning.
EnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Monitor, analyze, and optimize database performance across all SQL Server environments (on-premises and Azure-based)
Conduct advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies
Troubleshoot and resolve database integrity issues, blocking/deadlocking, connectivity, and security issues
Perform capacity planning and resource optimization for very large databases (VLDBs) supporting OLTP applications
Design, implement, and manage enterprise backup and recovery strategies using Idera SQL backup tools
Implement and maintain SQL Server high availability solutions (clustering, mirroring, Always On, replication)
Execute and test disaster recovery procedures
Implement and maintain database monitoring solutions using Idera monitoring tools and SQL Server native tools (Performance Monitor, SQL Profiler, DMVs)
Leverage monitoring and alerting to shift from reactive to proactive operations
Execute DBCC commands and maintenance routines
Drive automation across database operations to reduce manual intervention and eliminate fragile processes
Implement self-service capabilities where appropriate while maintaining proper guardrails
Develop scripts and automation frameworks to improve operational efficiency
Manage Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
Support data warehouse operations in Azure Synapse and migrations to Microsoft Fabric and Foundry platforms
Optimize cloud database costs and performance
Understand and support data pipelines including ingestion, transformation, orchestration, and downstream consumption
Manage both batch and real-time data flows across the enterprise
Partner closely with DBAs, data engineers, and analytics teams to ensure seamless data operations
Define and enforce data SLAs and SLOs for database operations
Implement data quality management practices, monitoring data freshness, completeness, and accuracy
Support metadata management, lineage tracking, and data observability initiatives
Collaborate on data governance, retention policies, and compliance requirements
Develop and troubleshoot stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, indexes, and constraints
Review and approve database designs for new projects
Partner with application engineers and the BI-focused Data Architect to align solutions with strategic direction
Publish and enforce database standards
Supervise and mentor 2 offshore DBA contractors
Develop clear performance goals and provide regular coaching and feedback
Coordinate work assignments and ensure quality delivery across time zones
Provide regular updates on operational status, risks, and mitigation strategies
Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Support multiple concurrent projects across the enterprise
Maintain documentation for all database systems, configurations, and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field required
8+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server administration and performance tuning across enterprise-scale environments
5+ years of T-SQL programming, stored procedures, and database development experience
Proven experience with Idera tools (SQL backup, monitoring, and diagnostic tools) or similar enterprise database management platforms
Strong experience managing both on-premises and Azure-based SQL Server environments (Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, VMs, Synapse)
Extensive experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and execution plan analysis
Deep knowledge of backup and recovery strategies and high availability solutions
Experience with very large databases (VLDBs) in OLTP environments
Proficiency with SQL Server versions 2012 and above
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex database issues including performance bottlenecks, deadlocks, and connectivity problems
Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python, or similar) to streamline database operations
Understanding of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and data integration patterns
Supervisory or team lead experience, preferably managing remote or offshore resources
Preferred
Experience with Microsoft Fabric and/or Palantir Foundry
Familiarity with Azure Data Factory and data integration patterns
Knowledge of data warehouse and BI architectures (SSIS, SSRS)
Background supporting custom applications and ERP systems
Experience with metadata management, data lineage, and data quality frameworks
Familiarity with modern data stack technologies (data lakes, lakehouses, streaming platforms)
Experience with other relational database platforms (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and willingness to learn new technologies
Company
Mansfield Energy Corp
Mansfield Energy is the trusted partner to fleets and organizations across North America – solving their most demanding energy procurement, supply, and logistics challenges.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael M.
Chief Operating Officer
Rocky Dewbre
President-Mansfield Service Partners
Recent News
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