Database Adminstrator

Robert Half - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Robert Half Technology is seeking a Database Administrator who excels in problem-solving and decision-making. This role involves managing SQL Server instances across various environments and ensuring optimal database performance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain all SQL Server instances across development, staging, and production environments
• Ensure database server topology, configuration, and maintenance are designed and executed to meet SLA objectives
• Advise on database design, tuning options, and other potential issues
• Fix SQL Server service outages as they occur, including after hours and weekends
• Configure SQL Server monitoring utilities to minimize false alarms
• Baseline system performance and monitor for deviation, recommending and implementing improvements to slow running queries
• Determine effective ways to increase performance when issues arise, including hardware purchases, server configuration changes, or index/query changes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years database experience
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server
• Experience tuning queries to improve performance
• Previous experience in production environments and being on-call
• Experience building and maintaining documentation
• Storage and server hardware knowledge a plus

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan