Senior Database Administrator

Senior Database Administrator, Information Technology

12 Month W2 Contract

Fully Remote

Your Impact

As a Senior Data Administrator, you will be responsible for the database administration function in support of mission-critical systems. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and compliance of database platforms that support bulk electric system operations and related business functions.

As a key member of the Data Architecture and AI team, reporting to the Director of Data Architecture and AI, you will ensure best practices in database configurations, access, disaster recovery as well as performance of queries. You will partner with business and technology units in maintenance, support and strategy around our databases.

Your Role

This role will set best practices, influence architecture and standards used to manage databases. This is a hands-on role with operational support duties as well as project duties as the organization matures in its use of data for business-critical decisions.

This position reports to the Director of Data Architecture and AI.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain highly available and scalable SQL Server database systems
• Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning and optimization strategies
• Manage database security, including access controls, encryption, and compliance with organizational policies. This includes table-level, column/field-level and row-level security controls.
• Assure adherence to ACID principles for transactional integrity, consistency and resilience.
• Perform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning and execution
• Automate routine database administration tasks and deployments

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• Use and enhance monitoring of Redgate tools (e.g., SQL Toolbelt, SQL Compare, SQL Monitor) for performance, version control, and release management
• Collaborate with development teams to design efficient database schemas, queries, and indexing strategies
• Establish and enforce database standards, governance, and best practices
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues in a timely manner
• Support data migration, upgrades, and patching activities
• Document database environments, processes, and procedures

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate will have::computer science or related technical degree

• Advanced degree in computer science or related technical degree
• 7+ years of experience as a Database Administrator, with a strong focus on Microsoft SQL Server
• Deep expertise in SQL Server architecture, performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization
• Hands-on experience with Redgate tools or similar monitoring and control tools
• Strong knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Always On Availability Groups, clustering, replication)
• Experience with backup/recovery strategies and performance monitoring tools
• Solid understanding of database security best practices
• Highly skilled in T-SQL scripting and automation including best practices and techniques to avoid duplication of knowledge in queries
• Experience working in a mid-size or enterprise environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud-based database platforms (e.g., Azure SQL)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for database deployments
• Microsoft SQL Server certifications (e.g., Azure Database Administrator Associate)
• Exposure to other database platforms (NoSQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) is a plus

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

The hourly pay rate range for this position is $63.00 to $75.00 (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location). Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.

Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to Applications@Synergishr.com.

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Synergis is a workforce solutions partner serving thousands of businesses and job seekers nationwide. Our digital world has accelerated the need for businesses to build IT ecosystems that enable growth and innovation along with enhancing the Total Experience (TX). Synergis partners with our clients at the intersection of talent and transformation to scale their balanced teams of tech, digital and creative professionals. Learn more about Synergis at www.synergishr.com.