WEX - South Portland, ME
posted 3 months ago
The WEX SQL Server Database Administrator will be responsible for the maintenance, performance, monitoring, and recoverability of the SQL database environments. This role is crucial as it ensures the health and stability of the entire SQL Server Database platform. The administrator will provide support for production databases, focusing on performance monitoring and daily management to prevent data loss, unplanned downtime, or performance degradation. This includes installing, administering, and maintaining schema and data to ensure maximum availability. In addition to routine maintenance, the Database Administrator will analyze and resolve problems associated with server hardware and application software. They will also monitor and optimize data lake ingestion processes, requiring a high-level knowledge of SQL Server internals, database design, T-SQL, backup/restore processes, SSIS, security, and performance tuning and troubleshooting. The role includes participation in a 24x7x365 OnCall Rotation and involvement in Disaster Recovery planning and testing exercises, making it essential for the candidate to be proactive and responsive to database needs at all times.