Smbc - Jersey City, NJ
posted 3 months ago
This role is for a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator and Engineer within the Information Systems department at SMBC Group. The primary responsibilities include maintaining and monitoring the SQL Server database environment, which encompasses both on-premises and cloud-based systems. The candidate will be involved in database installation, backup and restore processes, database replication, development, and performance tuning. Additionally, user support and security hardening, including the deployment and maintenance of CIS benchmarks, are critical components of this position. The DBA will collaborate closely with infrastructure teams, front office developers, project managers, and business users to ensure seamless operations. The position is based in either Jersey City, NJ, or White Plains, NY, and requires working in a fast-paced environment that supports the trading business across Front, Middle, and Back office functions. A strong understanding of SQL Server on virtual machines, Azure SQL, database management, engineering, and automation is essential. Familiarity with SSRS, SSIS, and SSAS technologies is also advantageous. The role demands a proactive approach to system administration tasks, including the implementation of monitoring tools and the execution of periodic technology recovery tests. The candidate will also be responsible for maintaining documentation and ensuring effective communication with all relevant teams. The role may require late-night and weekend work for installations, patching, upgrades, and maintenance, and adherence to change control processes is mandatory. The candidate will be expected to provide on-call support and contribute to maintaining a high-availability environment.