SQL DBA

Job Title: SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

Location: California / Onsite

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to manage, maintain, and optimize enterprise database environments. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with SQL Server and MySQL administration, performance tuning, and high availability/disaster recovery (HA/DR) solutions in both on-premise and cloud (Azure) environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server and MySQL databases.
• Perform database backups, restores, and recovery across environments.
• Implement and manage HA/DR solutions (Always On, Log Shipping, Replication).
• Conduct performance tuning and query optimization (PTO).
• Monitor database health and performance using appropriate tools.Ensure database security, integrity, and compliance.
• Manage user access, roles, and permissions via Active Directory integration.
• Support Azure SQL databases and related cloud services.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related incidents efficiently.
• Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to support deployments and system upgrades.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA (with MySQL exposure preferred).
• Expertise in performance tuning, backups/restores, and HA/DR.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server administration and Active Directory.
• Knowledge of Azure SQL, PowerShell scripting, and automation.
• Certifications such as MCTS, MCITP, or MVP are a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time management skills.