The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for administering, securing, and optimizing Microsoft SQL Server databases running in a Windows ecosystem and across public cloud platforms
Job Summary
The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for administering, securing, and optimizing Microsoft SQL Server databases running in a Windows ecosystem and across public cloud platforms.
Core responsibilities include installing, configuring, maintaining, patching, and tuning databases and the underlying Windows and cloud infrastructure, as well as designing and enforcing standards.
Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program.
Matching Summary
The Senior Database Administrator is responsible for administering, securing, and optimizing Microsoft SQL Server databases running in a Windows ecosystem and across public cloud platforms.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Microsoft SQL Server administration
Windows Server administration
Public cloud platforms
Backup and recovery planning
Level-2/Level-3 escalation support
Cloud and hybrid application architectures
Nice-to-have
Learning organization culture
Intelligent risk taking
Diversity and inclusion
Team and individual growth
Key Requirements
3-5 years database administration experience
3-5 years systems administration experience
Bachelor's degree in relevant field
Hands-on Microsoft SQL Server administration
Experience with cloud-managed relational databases
Experience with HA/DR and scaling in the cloud
Experience with T-SQL development and debugging
Experience with cloud application architectures
Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code and automation
Experience with cloud networking and identity integration
Experience with monitoring, observability, and cost governance in cloud
Experience performing migrations from on-premises to cloud