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Insight Global

SQL Server Database Administrator

Insight Global, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Senior Sql Server Database Administrator (DBA)

A leading company in the healthcare space is seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to join their team. This person will be responsible for ensuring the performance, integrity, security, and availability of enterprise databases. This role involves managing the full database lifecycle, including planning, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of SQL Server environments. The DBA will support both legacy and modern application systems, working closely with internal teams and external clients to deliver high-quality database services. Key responsibilities include database backup and recovery, disaster recovery planning and testing, performance tuning, index maintenance, and data replication. The role also involves scripting, automation, and process improvement initiatives. Skills and requirements include: 812+ years of experience in SQL Server database administration Strong expertise in SQL Server configuration, upgrades, and migrations (on-prem and cloud) Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery (DR) planning and testing Experience with SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS Performance tuning and index optimization Experience with scripting tools (e.g., AWK, KornShell, PERL) Experience with Unix/Linux/AIX operating systems Full application development lifecycle and design patterns MSSQL Certification Experience leading or mentoring DBA teams Familiarity with company's legacy systems Exposure to Oracle RDBMS architecture and maintenance Background in healthcare, PBM, or HIPAA-regulated environments Experience with change management processes Knowledge of hardware architecture, disk arrays, and capacity planning Familiarity with data governance and compliance standards High Availability (HA) technologies such as Always On We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.