The Role

We are a fast-growing flexible packaging manufacturer looking for a senior-level DBA to manage a large, distributed SQL Server environment. You will be responsible for the health, security, and performance of databases supporting 60+ manufacturing sites. This is a high-impact role involving everything from legacy SQL Server 2005 instances to modern Azure-based hybrid deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Performance & Tuning: Own the performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies for critical ERP and shop-floor systems.

• Infrastructure Management: Administer and monitor MS SQL Server environments across a distributed 60-site network.

• High Availability: Design and maintain Always On, clustering, and replication to ensure zero downtime for manufacturing operations.

• Hybrid Cloud: Manage the transition and support of Azure SQL Databases, Managed Instances, and Microsoft Fabric.

• Security & Recovery: Implement robust backup/disaster recovery strategies and maintain strict data integrity and compliance.

• Dev Collaboration: Partner with developers to troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and optimize T-SQL code.

• Full Stack Support: Manage SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS components.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 3–7+ years of MS SQL Server administration in an enterprise environment.

• Scale: Proven experience supporting multi-site, distributed database environments.

• Cloud: Hands-on experience with Azure SQL and hybrid architectures.

• Tech Stack: Expert-level T-SQL, execution plan analysis, and HA/DR technologies (Always On).

• Legacy to Modern: Ability to manage the full spectrum of SQL Server versions (2005 to present).

• Bonus: Oracle database experience or MS SQL certifications are a plus.

The Person

• No-Nonsense Troubleshooter: You enjoy solving complex performance issues across a massive footprint.

• Organized: You can handle the competing priorities of a fast-paced manufacturing business without losing track of documentation.

• Clear Communicator: You can explain technical blockers to stakeholders and collaborate effectively with developers.

• Self-Directed: You’re comfortable working 100% remote while staying proactive in monitoring system health.

Technical Competencies

• SQL Server (2005–Current)

• T-SQL / Query Optimization

• Always On / Clustering / Replication

• Azure SQL / Managed Instances

• ERP & Manufacturing System Support

• SSIS / SSRS / SSAS

We are an equal opportunity employer. This is a 100% remote position.

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