Database Administrator 4
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
About The Team & Role
The WEX SQL Server Database Administrator will be responsible for the maintenance, performance, monitoring, and recoverability of the SQL database environments. This role will be part of a team which is responsible for the health and stability of the entire SQL Server Database platform.
How you’ll make an impact
Provide support for production databases including performance monitoring, daily management to prevent data loss, unplanned downtime or performance degradation.Install, administer, and maintain schema and data to ensure maximum availability.Analyzes and resolves problems associated with server hardware and application softwareMonitor and optimize data lake ingestion processesHigh-level knowledge with SQL Server internals, database design, T-SQL, backup/restore, SSIS, security and understanding of performance tuning and troubleshooting.Participates in a 24x7x365 OnCall RotationParticipate in Disaster Recovery planning and testing exercises
Experience you’ll bring
7+ years of overall IT experience working with SaaS or web development5+ years of hands-on SQL Server Database administration3-5 years experience with SQL Server Extended EventsProficient using Powershell5+ years of managing SQL Server Database in Azure5+ years of hands-on experience with a data ingestion tool (ELT or ETL tools)Experience with Azure DevOpsExperience with AWS Core Services (Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon Security Hub)
Desired Additional Qualifications
Experience of SQL system DMVs to identify and troubleshoot performance problemsTuning or refactoring stored procedures to improve performanceKnowledge of supporting SQL Server Availability GroupsExperience with SQL 2016+Knowledge with ETL tools and managementKnowledge of SSDT projects and experience with Source Control especially TFS and GitHub in Azure DevOpsKnowledge and experience with industry standard change and incident management proceduresSelf-starter capable of working independently or in groups
The base pay range represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. Actual pay rates will vary and will be based on various factors, such as your qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. Base pay is one component of WEX's total compensation package. Most sales positions are eligible for commission under the terms of an applicable plan. Non-sales roles are typically eligible for a quarterly or annual bonus based on their role and applicable plan. WEX's comprehensive and market competitive benefits are designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Benefits include health, dental and vision insurances, retirement savings plan, paid time off, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, and more. For more information, check out the "About Us" section.
Salary Pay Range: $103,000.00 - $137,000.00
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