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Sr Database Administrator

VC5 ConsultingHouston, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 16 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

This role sits within a dynamic team focused on cloud database administration and performance optimization. The Sr Database Administrator will take ownership of the database platform, ensuring reliability, security, and performance across both on-premises and cloud environments. This position will play a key role in the strategic migration to Microsoft Fabric, collaborating closely with Azure infrastructure teams and participating in an on-call rotation for 24/7 support.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take ownership of the database platform, ensuring reliability and performance across on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Lead the strategic migration to Microsoft Fabric, implementing best practices for database management.
  • Administer Azure database services, including Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, and Azure SQL databases.
  • Perform performance tuning and optimization to enhance database efficiency and responsiveness.
  • Ensure compliance with security standards and manage backup and recovery processes effectively.
  • Collaborate with Azure infrastructure teams to address incidents and conduct root cause analysis.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor''s degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or a related technical field.
  • 7+ years of IT experience with at least 5+ years of dedicated, hands-on Azure database administration in enterprise environments.
  • 5+ years of experience administering Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, and Azure SQL database administration.
  • Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell for DBA automation.

Additional Details:

  • Location: Houston, TX 77042

This is a unique opportunity to lead the migration to Microsoft Fabric while working in a collaborative environment focused on performance optimization and cloud database management. If you''re passionate about cutting-edge data platforms and want to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

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Skills

SQL
T-SQL
Azure
PowerShell

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