Senior SQL Server Administrator

We are a federal IT company on a mission to make customer experience (CX) the center of every government solution. Technology is our Passion. People are our Purpose. We know tech, but we love people. NuAxis is home to thinkers and feelers; engineers and artists. We work hard and support each other along the way. Teamwork is more than just a buzzword for us, it’s a state of mind. We believe happy employees do amazing work, so join our team NOW! We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Senior SQL Server Administrator for a Full-Time Hybrid position. Job Summary: The Senior SQL Server Administrator will be responsible for developing, managing, and supporting all aspects of the enterprise MS SQL Server systems hosted on a virtual VMware platform. This role requires expertise in designing and building SQL clusters, managing high availability environments, and ensuring proper maintenance of the MS Azure SQL platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SQL Server administration and a strong understanding of database architecture and best practices. Requirements: 5+ years of experience as a DBA with MS SQL Server 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure SQL 5+ years of experience with SQL Clusters 3+ years of experience with High Availability Environments Experience with Oracle databases is preferred Responsibilities: Design, build, and deploy enterprise SQL clusters using Server 2016 and SQL 2017 Analyze, upgrade, and improve current high availability instances Provide support for current SQL 2008 and 2012 instances Plan and oversee the consolidation and migration of older databases to new instances Document SQL policies and procedures Collaborate with customers to determine database needs and deploy new databases Provide guidance and support to regional database administrators Support non-SQL database instances as necessary Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Microsoft SQL Server certifications are a plus Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proven track record of delivering high-quality database solutions in a fast-paced environment Does this opportunity sound like a fit for you? If so, join our talent community and click to apply now!! Our Profile: We are an IT company with a unique mission—to make people the center of every federal IT solution. Our technologists have always gone the extra mile to help our federal clients succeed. And over the years, we saw a growing disconnect in how federal IT initiatives were built and managed. Time after time, programs failed because the focus was on the tools and products and not the people using them. Learn More. NuAxis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including Vets and Disabled. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Learn More about our Benefits and Culture! #NAI #DICE