SQL Server DBA

Job#: 3021305 Role Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to support mission‑critical data platforms across the enterprise. This role focuses on ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of SQL Server environments while enabling seamless data movement across applications and business systems. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong analytical skills, and a passion for building resilient, scalable database solutions in both on‑premise and cloud environments.

• 7+ years of hands‑on SQL Server administration experience.
• Proficiency with SQL Server versions 2008 through 2025.
• Strong experience with SSRS, SSAS, and advanced T‑SQL scripting.
• Cloud expertise with:
• Azure SQL Database
• SQL Managed Instance
• Azure Synapse Analytics
• Azure Data Factory
• SQL Server on Azure VM
• Experience with Power BI and Power Apps.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, requirements engineering, testing, and deployment.
• Ability to analyze how data flows across systems and applications.

• Ensure efficient and secure movement of information across systems and applications.
• Understand how software interacts with the technical architecture to support accurate reporting and compliance.
• Participate in the design, creation, and maintenance of enterprise databases.

• Perform SQL Server and other DBMS administration, including installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
• Conduct performance analysis, tuning, indexing, and optimization of SQL Server environments.
• Adjust advanced SQL Server settings to maximize performance and reliability.
• Build and configure new SQL Server instances in on‑premise environments, collaborating with Storage, Domain, and Systems teams.

• Administer and optimize Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, Synapse Analytics, and Data Factory pipelines.
• Support hybrid architectures involving SQL Server on Azure VMs.
• Integrate cloud data services with on‑premise systems.

• Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure DBMS security, availability, and integrity.
• Create and update SSPs, CKLs, and accreditation documentation for classified or regulated environments.
• Maintain and govern the corporate data dictionary.
• Ensure compliance with Shell’s data governance and reporting standards.

• Implement and manage SQL Server HA/DR solutions (Always On, clustering, replication, log shipping).
• Verify and maintain enterprise‑wide backup, storage, and replication strategies aligned with RTO/RPO requirements.

• Work with management to develop database strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Consult with users on database access, usage, and best practices.
• Resolve data conflicts, quality issues, and inappropriate data usage.
• Automate routine administrative tasks and maintain continuity documentation.

• Perform database and software lifecycle activities to ensure optimal performance, availability, and compliance.
• Create database structures, interfaces, and schemas to meet customer and business requirements.

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers an HSA and a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.

In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address…