Lead Database Platform Administrator
About the role
You will lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise data platforms across hybrid environments, including on-premises and cloud-based systems. Administering and optimizing databases such as SQL Server on Virtual Machines (on-prem & Azure IaaS), Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Snowflake, and Azure Cosmos DB. Managing mission-critical workloads, ensuring data security and compliance, and implementing scalable solutions for both OLTP and analytical environments. Playing a key role in database upgrades, migrations, disaster recovery, automation, performance tuning, and incident/change management, aligning with ITIL best practices and enterprise governance standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and management of enterprise data platforms across hybrid environments, including on-premises and cloud-based systems.
- Administer and optimize databases such as SQL Server on Virtual Machines (on-prem & Azure IaaS), Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Snowflake, and Azure Cosmos DB.
- Manage mission-critical workloads, ensuring data security and compliance, and implementing scalable solutions for both OLTP and analytical environments.
- Play a key role in database upgrades, migrations, disaster recovery, automation, performance tuning, and incident/change management, aligning with ITIL best practices and enterprise governance standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 7–10+ years of experience as a Database Administrator.
- Strong experience with SQL Server (2017–2022+) and Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance.
- Expertise in performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
- Experience with HA/DR solutions (Always On, clustering, log shipping, replication).
- Knowledge of backup/recovery strategies and disaster recovery planning.
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Strong understanding of database security and encryption techniques.
- Proficiency in scripting and automation.
- Experience managing or supporting Azure Cosmos DB (Core SQL API preferred).
- Experience operating in ITIL aligned environments for incident, change, and problem management.
- Exposure to DevOps / CI CD practices for database deployments is a plus.
Qualifications
- Strong technical skills and knowledge of database technologies.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Skills
- SQL Server (2017–2022+)
- Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
- Snowflake
- Azure Cosmos DB
- Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
- Database security and encryption techniques
- Scripting and automation
- DevOps / CI CD practices
Benefits
We value and nurture an environment of inclusivity and diversity, and a culture of communication and collaboration. Your health, safety and well-being come first, and we believe that you should have time for your work, but you should also have time for you.
Pay
The salary offer will be based on several factors, including the candidate’s demonstrated skills, qualifications and relevant experience.
Schedule
Join Us And You’ll Get an excellent total package, with compensation and benefits based upon your geographic location.
What you can expect from us
- skill development opportunities, to help you grow now and into the future.
- access to a global network, to enrich your professional experience.
- flexible options to help balance work time and your time.
- award and bonus opportunities.
Project Management Institute, Inc.
Project Management Institute, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.