Experienced Senior SQL Server Database Administrator – Enterprise Data Management, Performance Tuning & Cloud Migration

Join arenaflex as a Senior Database Administrator II – Drive Data Excellence in a Dynamic Enterprise Environment

Are you a seasoned database professional with a passion for optimizing enterprise-scale SQL Server environments? Do you thrive in collaborative settings where your technical expertise directly impacts business continuity, application performance, and data security? arenaflex is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Database Administrator II to join our expanding information technology team. This full-time, remote-eligible position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge database technologies, contribute to high-visibility projects, and shape the future of our data infrastructure across multiple server farms and cloud platforms.

At arenaflex, we understand that data is the backbone of modern enterprise operations. Our organization has built a reputation for leveraging technology to deliver exceptional products and services to our customers across the United States. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and creating an environment where talented technical professionals can grow their careers while working on challenging, impactful projects. If you are looking for a role that combines deep technical work with strategic influence, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for.

About the Role

As the Senior Database Administrator II at arenaflex, you will serve as a critical member of our database management team, taking ownership of organizing and implementing actual changes to computer databases. Your responsibilities will span coding, testing, implementing, and maintaining database systems that support our enterprise applications and business operations. You will work across development, staging, and production environments, ensuring that our databases operate at peak performance, maintain high availability, and adhere to the highest standards of security and reliability.

This position is ideal for a database professional with at least five years of experience in enterprise, multi-site SQL Server environments who is ready to take the next step in their career. You will collaborate closely with application developers, system administrators, and business stakeholders to deliver robust database solutions, troubleshoot complex issues, and drive continuous improvement across our data platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Database Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve day-to-day database and application issues, providing timely and effective solutions that minimize business disruption and maintain service level agreements.
• Documentation and Standards: Play a vital role in documenting existing systems, configurations, and solutions, ensuring knowledge is captured and accessible across the team.
• Standards and Procedures: Assist in the design, implementation, and support of standards and procedures for monitoring, scope management, maintenance, backups, and disaster recovery operations.
• Multi-Environment Support: Support multiple databases across development, staging, and production environments in both local and remote data center locations.
• High Availability Configuration: Configure and maintain high-availability solutions for SQL Server, including clustering, replication, and mirroring technologies.
• Application Team Support: Partner with application development teams to resolve database-related issues, provide guidance on data access patterns, and ensure optimal database design.
• Software Installation and Management: Install server-based application software in collaboration with system administrators, and manage new software installations, updates, and patches.
• Best Practices Development: Create and implement best practices for stored procedures, triggers, packages, tables, and views, ensuring consistency and quality across all database objects.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize database performance by analyzing and tuning stored procedures, creating indexes and views, and applying other tuning techniques as needed.
• ETL Process Design: Design and maintain enterprise ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes using various tools, including SSIS, .NET scripting, and T-SQL.
• Maintenance and Reporting: Execute database maintenance procedures and generate system reports to monitor health, performance, and capacity.
• Security Implementation: Create and enforce security models, manage database and application accounts, and conduct security audits to protect sensitive data.
• Development Collaboration: Participate in application development cycles to facilitate sound database design and efficient access patterns.
• Backup and Recovery Planning: Plan, prepare, and test backup and recovery procedures for all production databases, ensuring business continuity in the event of failures.
• Capacity Planning: Monitor databases for efficiency, perform periodic upgrades during scheduled downtime, and calculate volumetric projections to estimate future database sizes and plan for growth.
• Cross-Team Communication: Communicate plans, changes, and technical information effectively to system administrators and other stakeholders.
• System Security and Auditing: Ensure the security of database systems and all business and logical applications connected to them, including patching, auditing, and access control.
• Performance Monitoring and Load Testing: Monitor production systems for performance and health, and participate in load testing activities to validate system capacity and stability.
• Additional Duties: Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support team and organizational objectives.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements

To be successful in this role, candidates must possess a strong foundation in client-server technology and demonstrate working knowledge of SQL Server in enterprise contexts. Specifically, we are looking for professionals who meet the following criteria:

• Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of five years of experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator in enterprise, multi-site SQL Server environments.
• SQL Server Expertise: Solid working knowledge of SQL Server administration, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• SSIS and T-SQL Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced skills with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and T-SQL programming.
• Communication Skills: Effective written and oral communication skills, as well as strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Customer Service Orientation: A demonstrated commitment to providing the highest level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong math and algebra skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve applications that interact with hosted databases.
• Team Collaboration: The ability to communicate directly and professionally with both clients and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following qualifications will distinguish exceptional candidates and accelerate their success at arenaflex:

• Experience with Microsoft Azure technologies and migrating databases into cloud environments.
• Familiarity with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS).
• Experience with .NET scripting (C# or VB.NET) and PowerShell automation.
• Background in the automotive industry or experience with CRM systems.

Skills and Competencies for Success

Beyond technical knowledge, the ideal candidate will bring a blend of analytical thinking, attention to detail, and proactive problem-solving capabilities. You should be comfortable working independently in a remote environment while also collaborating effectively with distributed teams. Strong time management skills, the ability to prioritize competing demands, and a commitment to continuous learning are essential for thriving in this role. At arenaflex, we value professionals who take ownership of their work, embrace challenges, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.

Career Growth and Learning Opportunities

At arenaflex, we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. When you join our team, you gain access to a wealth of professional development resources, including hands-on experience with the latest Microsoft Azure cloud technologies, exposure to enterprise-scale database environments, and opportunities to expand your skill set in areas such as automation, security, and performance engineering. We encourage our team members to pursue relevant certifications, attend industry conferences, and participate in cross-functional projects that broaden their expertise. Whether you aspire to become a principal database architect, a cloud infrastructure leader, or a technical manager, arenaflex provides the platform and support to help you achieve your career goals.

Work Environment and Company Culture

arenaflex fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven culture where every team member's contributions are valued. We operate with the agility of a forward-thinking organization while maintaining the stability and resources of an established enterprise. Our remote work model provides flexibility and work-life balance, enabling you to perform at your best from wherever you are based in the United States. We hold regular virtual team meetings, encourage open communication across all levels of the organization, and celebrate achievements both big and small. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our values, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Compensation and Benefits

arenaflex offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent. The salary range for this position is $35 to $40 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to base compensation, full-time employees at arenaflex enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that may include health, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; paid time off and holidays; professional development allowances; and performance-based bonuses. Specific benefits offerings will be discussed during the interview process.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position with a standard work schedule of eight hours per day. Occasional after-hours work may be required to perform database maintenance, upgrades, or respond to critical incidents. We strive to provide advance notice whenever possible and offer flexibility in managing your time to meet both personal and professional commitments.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your database administration career and join a team that values your expertise, we encourage you to apply today. arenaflex is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role. Join arenaflex and become part of a team that is shaping the future of enterprise data management.

Apply Now and Start Your Journey with arenaflex