Sr. Database Administrator

About the role

We are seeking a SQL DBA with hands-on Databricks experience to support and optimize enterprise data platforms. This role combines strong database administration expertise with modern data engineering capabilities, focusing on performance, scalability and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor and maintain SQL Server databases
• Perform performance tuning, query optimization and troubleshooting
• Manage backups, restores and high availability (HA/DR) solutions
• Ensure database security, integrity and compliance
• Develop and manage data pipelines using Databricks
• Work with large-scale data processing using Spark (PySpark/Scala)
• Support ETL/ELT workflows and data transformations
• Optimize data processing for performance and scalability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support data platform initiatives

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA
• Strong expertise in SQL performance tuning and database optimization
• Automate Database server maintenance tasks through TSQL, PowerShell, and Python
• Hands-on experience with Databricks
• Experience with Spark (PySpark/Scala)
• Knowledge of ETL processes and data pipelines
• Exposure to AWS or Azure cloud environments

Preferred

• Experience with Delta Lake or data lake architecture
• DB2, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and MySQL knowledge
• Familiarity with CI/CD or DevOps tools

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave, 3 weeks’ Vacation, and Holidays (about 11 a year)
• HSA or FSA account and other voluntary benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with Employer Match Program and 529 Savings Plan
• Employee Mortgage Loan Program and free access to an Axos Bank Account with Self-Directed Trading

Pay

Axos Bank Target Range: $120,000.00 /Yr. - $145,000.00 /Yr. Actual starting pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

Schedule

This role is onsite and available at any of the posted locations to include: San Diego, CA Irvine, CA Los Angeles, CA Centennial, CO Las Vegas, NV Remote or Hybrid is not available.