SQL Database Administrator

Company DescriptionDaxko powers wellness to improve lives. Every day our team members focus their passion and expertise in helping health & wellness facilities operate efficiently and engage their members.Whether a neighborhood yoga studio, a national franchise with locations in every city, a YMCA or JCC--and every type of organization in between--we build solutions that make every aspect of running and being a member of a health and wellness organization easier and delightful. Job DescriptionAs a Database Administrator (DBA), you’ll be at the heart of it all: supporting both production and development database environments to ensure performance, availability, reliability, and security. You'll work closely with our Development, QA, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth releases, optimize performance, and keep our systems running efficiently.This is a collaborative role where you’ll not only take ownership of your assigned product lines, but also contribute to knowledge-sharing across the broader DBA team. You’ll become a trusted expert and a key part of a high-performing data operations team.What You'll Be Doing: Take full ownership of DBA tasks for specific Daxko product linesMonitor, tune, and maintain production and development SQL Server environmentsManage database user access, roles, and permissionsDesign and optimize schemas, indexes, and other database objectsOversee backup and recovery processes to ensure business continuityCollaborate with Engineering and QA teams to support smooth and performant product releasesImport/export data across systems as needed to support business operationsTroubleshoot customer-related database issues in partnership with Technical ServicesParticipate in database maintenance activities and on-call rotationsConfigure and maintain failover clustering and high availability setupsSupport server upgrades, migrations, and security patchesProactively contribute to team knowledge sharing and cross-product learningProvide input and support for incident resolution and post-mortems when database-related issues occurQualificationsRequired Skills and Abilities:Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and patching across multiple environmentsDeep understanding of SQL Server internals—including indexing, statistics, tempdb behavior, and transaction log managementSkilled in analyzing and optimizing complex SQL queries using execution plans, Query Store, and SQL Profiler to improve performance and scalabilityExperience managing SQL Server in cloud environments, particularly SQL Azure, AWS RDS for SQL Server, or hybrid cloud/on-prem setupsProficient in working with 2–3 relational database technologies (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, AWS Aurora) with a primary focus on SQL ServerAvailable for on-call rotations, including occasional nights and weekends for high-priority database incidents or maintenanceProven ability to work effectively in cross-functional, team-oriented environments supporting application developers, DevOps, and infrastructure teamsHighly self-directed with strong initiative to own and drive SQL Server-related projects (e.g., migrations, upgrades, disaster recovery planning)Excellent attention to detail when performing database changes, deployments, or writing T-SQL scriptsStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document procedures and communicate database issues to technical and non-technical audiencesDemonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in SQL Server and emerging cloud-based database solutionsRequired Education and Experience:3–5 years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server DBA, including experience with MySQL and/or AWS Aurora as secondary technologiesBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent practical experiencePreferred Education and Experience:5+ years of experience working specifically with SQL Server in enterprise-scale environments6–7 years of experience in database administration across multiple RDBMS platforms, with advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning skillsProven ability to support multiple applications and database environments simultaneously, often involving diverse technologies and user needsAdditional InformationThe salary range for this role is $81,600 - $126,600 per year. Where you fall within the compensation range is based on how you demonstrate the attributes and competencies required for the role.We mostly reserve the upper half of our compensation bands for internal growth. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, performance-based incentives, and opportunities for growth.Daxko is dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. We are committed to diversity in the broadest sense, including thought and perspective, age, ability, nationality, ethnicity, orientation, and gender. The skills, perspectives, ideas, and experiences of all of our team members contribute to the vitality and success of our purpose and values.We truly care for our team members, and this is reflected through our offices, and benefits, and great perks. These perks are only for our full-time team members. Some of our favorites include: Flexible paid time off ⚕️ Affordable health, dental, and vision insurance options Monthly fitness reimbursement 401(k) matching New-Parent Paid Leave Casual work environments Remote workAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Originally posted on Himalayas

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