Lead Database Administrator
Readerlink

Job Info

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Description

The Lead Database Administrator (DBA) position will be a member of the ReaderLink IT Data Administration and Integration team. The person in this position will be the technical lead for a team of DBAs, to define database strategy, architecture, standards and procedures to preserve the security and integrity of company data resources.
What You Will Be Doing:

• Maintain databases across multiple platforms and computer environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with database integrity, performance, blocking and deadlocking, replication, log shipping, connectivity, security, backups, etc.
• Proactively and regularly recommend and implement improvements to systems and processes, including database health checks.
• Create and optimize database objects (stored procedures, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints).
• Create and maintain database documentation, standards and policies.
• Mentor more junior DBAs.
• Champion, advise and support Azure database solutions.
• Install, tune, implement and upgrade DBMS installations, including database migrations.
• Plan and deploy SQL patches.
• Pay attention to detail at all times.
• Set the tone for excellence while building confidence and respect of others.
• Provide guidance and support to Application Developers and Business Partners.
• Provide off-hours support, including weekends, on rotation.

What You Will Need:

• Six (6) plus years of MS SQL Server database experience.
• Two (2) plus years of technical database lead experience.
• Two (2) plus years of PowerShell experience.
• Knowledge of SQL Server Tools (Profiler, Query Analyzer, SSMS, PerfMon, DMVs, DBCC, Extended Events).
• Strong background with indexes, index management, statistics, integrity checks, configuration, patching.
• Excellent knowledge of SQL Tuning.
• Skilled in backups & disaster recovery.
• Advanced skills with T-SQL and SSIS.
• Excellent understanding of database design, modeling, implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and performance tuning.
• Excellent understanding of data and schema standards and concepts.
• Competency in using Microsoft Office tools (i.e., Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and Project).
• Collaborative and strong communication skills.
• Open to new ideas, capabilities, and technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, anticipates issues and deals with them proactively (Critical Thinking).
• Sound judgment and personal integrity.
• Be able and willing to occasionally travel in the event a business need arises.

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

ReaderLink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

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