Company:
prosource.it- Americas
Location: Houston
Closing Date: 21/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
prosource.it is a global IT Managed Service provider working with Medium to Enterprise level, global clients and is looking for a senior-level SQL Server Database Administrator who is interested in joining a global, enterprise level team who are delivering technical solutions to our internal business partners to drive processes and meet business requirements.
We understand that we need exceptional talent to accomplish our mission - therefore we place great emphasis on the people component of IT, and we strive constantly to attract, develop, and retain the best people. We cultivate an ethos and environment within which our people are focused, nurtured, and continually challenged to develop and improve their competencies in a fun and rewarding culture.
OVERVIEW:
We are looking to hire a skilled senior-level SQL Server Database Administratorto join an established team, that supports one of our major oil and gas customers. The successful candidate will be expected to join the team onsite at the downtown Houston office. This is not a remote or hybrid role.
The candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in SQL Server administration in Microsoft Azure and on-premises environments and understand IT and software development life cycle processes. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of database administration in a single and clustering environment including but not limited to planning, installation, configuration, security configuration, backup and restore, optimization, and monitoring of SQL Server databases.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and implement fault-tolerant SQL Server solutions using highly availability patterns for scalability and stability in on-premises and Microsoft Azure
Design and deploy Microsoft SQL PaaS solutions in Microsoft Azure
Monitor and maintain database storage, and database health, performance, sustainability and security
Monitor and maintain SQL server Mirroring, Log shipping, backups, ETL SSIS jobs, and encryption
Provide SQL Server administration in MS SQL Server 2016, 2017 and/or 2019
Plan and implement database backup strategies and perform recovery in case of disaster
Analyze SQL query plans, suggest and implement solutions to support developers in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Install, configure and upgrade database management systems and software including clustering environment
Requirements
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
BS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology; an advanced degree is preferred
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the management and administration of enterprise level SQL databases in SQL Server 2016 or 2017
Experience designing fault-tolerant MS SQL solutions
A minimum of three (3) years of experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
A minimum of five (5) years of experience with the planning and implementation of MS SQL database disaster recovery for enterprise level application
Knowledge of physical database design, database changes, enforcement of data integrity, and security management
Knowledge of query languages, T-SQL
Ability to troubleshoot and fix issues, and work well across functional teams
Ability to install, configure and patch database management systems and software
Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, teamwork and problem solving
Strong attention to detail, and good oral and written communication skills
BENEFICIAL BUT NOT REQUIRED
Knowledge of PowerShell DSC is preferred
Knowledge of Power BI is preferred
Experience on SQL Server 2019 Administration is preferred
Benefits
To all our full-time staff members, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, long term disability, short term disability, 401k contribution, paid holidays, and PTO.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Location: Houston, Texas (DOWNTOWN)
Model: Required to be onsite
Start Date: 28th October 2024
Engagement: W2 Salary (Exempt from OT)
Salary: $120k-$156K depending on experience
We understand that we need exceptional talent to accomplish our mission - therefore we place great emphasis on the people component of IT, and we strive constantly to attract, develop, and retain the best people. We cultivate an ethos and environment within which our people are focused, nurtured, and continually challenged to develop and improve their competencies in a fun and rewarding culture.
OVERVIEW:
We are looking to hire a skilled senior-level SQL Server Database Administratorto join an established team, that supports one of our major oil and gas customers. The successful candidate will be expected to join the team onsite at the downtown Houston office. This is not a remote or hybrid role.
The candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in SQL Server administration in Microsoft Azure and on-premises environments and understand IT and software development life cycle processes. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of database administration in a single and clustering environment including but not limited to planning, installation, configuration, security configuration, backup and restore, optimization, and monitoring of SQL Server databases.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and implement fault-tolerant SQL Server solutions using highly availability patterns for scalability and stability in on-premises and Microsoft Azure
Design and deploy Microsoft SQL PaaS solutions in Microsoft Azure
Monitor and maintain database storage, and database health, performance, sustainability and security
Monitor and maintain SQL server Mirroring, Log shipping, backups, ETL SSIS jobs, and encryption
Provide SQL Server administration in MS SQL Server 2016, 2017 and/or 2019
Plan and implement database backup strategies and perform recovery in case of disaster
Analyze SQL query plans, suggest and implement solutions to support developers in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Install, configure and upgrade database management systems and software including clustering environment
Requirements
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
BS degree in Computer Science or Information Technology; an advanced degree is preferred
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in the management and administration of enterprise level SQL databases in SQL Server 2016 or 2017
Experience designing fault-tolerant MS SQL solutions
A minimum of three (3) years of experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
A minimum of five (5) years of experience with the planning and implementation of MS SQL database disaster recovery for enterprise level application
Knowledge of physical database design, database changes, enforcement of data integrity, and security management
Knowledge of query languages, T-SQL
Ability to troubleshoot and fix issues, and work well across functional teams
Ability to install, configure and patch database management systems and software
Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, teamwork and problem solving
Strong attention to detail, and good oral and written communication skills
BENEFICIAL BUT NOT REQUIRED
Knowledge of PowerShell DSC is preferred
Knowledge of Power BI is preferred
Experience on SQL Server 2019 Administration is preferred
Benefits
To all our full-time staff members, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, long term disability, short term disability, 401k contribution, paid holidays, and PTO.
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
Location: Houston, Texas (DOWNTOWN)
Model: Required to be onsite
Start Date: 28th October 2024
Engagement: W2 Salary (Exempt from OT)
Salary: $120k-$156K depending on experience
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