Staff Database Administrator

Remote

Full-Time

Senior (7+ yrs)

Engineering & Development

First posted 265 days ago

Who You Are

We are seeking a Senior SQL Server Database Administrator with extensive experience managing, optimizing, and securing mission-critical SQL Server environments. Proven expertise in advanced T-SQL development, performance tuning, high availability, and disaster recovery. Great communication skills working independently and collaborating with development and infrastructure teams. Proven experience finding database and system issues before they happen. A strong independent thinker who will bring their expertise in database administration.

What You'll Do

Design, implement, and administer Microsoft SQL Server environments (on-premises and/or cloud)

Experience with On Prem SQL, Azure SQL and Managed Instance.

Strong experience work with large Terabyte databases.

Develop, optimize, and maintain complex T-SQL code including stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, and indexes

Perform advanced query tuning and execution plan analysis to improve performance

Monitor database health, capacity, and performance using native and third-party tools

Implement and manage High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HA/DR) solutions (Always On)

Expert level setup and administration of SQL clusters and always on Availability Groups.

Manage and implement Change Data Capture

Manage backup, restore, and recovery strategies; perform regular DR testing

Ensure database security through role-based access, encryption, auditing, and compliance controls

Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, root-cause analysis, and performance bottlenecks

Automate administrative tasks using T-SQL, SQL Agent jobs, and PowerShell

Collaborate with developers to enforce database design and coding best practices

Support application releases, schema changes, and data migrations with minimal downtime

Experience working with sensitive data and removing data from lower environments.

Strong experience working with Auditing solutions – SQL Audit, Extended Events or custom monitoring accounts and user access.

Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

10+ years of hands-on SQL Server DBA experience

Senior-level T-SQL skills (query optimization, indexing strategies, complex joins)

Deep understanding of SQL Server internals (locking, blocking, tempdb, memory, I/O)

Strong experience with performance tuning and monitoring.

Experience with SQL Server versions 2016 and above

Solid knowledge of backup/restore, HA/DR, and capacity planning

Experience supporting large, high-transaction databases

Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Travel requirement: All roles require travel during the first 6 months of employment to attend the BHG Oars in Experience. After the initial 6 months, ongoing travel is expected at approximately ~5% annually for periodic team on-sites, team meetings, and cross-functional collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Azure SQL Database, Managed Instance, or SQL Server on Azure VM

PowerShell scripting for SQL Server automation

Exposure to DevOps / CI-CD pipelines for database deployments

Experience with data migration and upgrade projects

Life at BHG Financial

At BHG Financial, we work hard and aren’t afraid to take risks. Since the beginning, our core values of PMA (positive mental attitude), team player, and loyalty have been the driving force behind every interaction we have between each other and our customers. We have a healthy respect for the daily grind, yet we value work/life balance. We believe that all employees should have the opportunity to lead and that good ideas can come from anyone. From the top down, our leaders are actively involved not only in strategic oversight and running the business, but also in the well-being and growth of all employees. We consider people our #1 asset, and help employees realize their full potential, set and exceed their goals, and explore new opportunities for personal and professional development.

Why You Should Join BHG Financial

We strive to offer amenities, opportunities, events, and programming that support the interests of our teams, while furthering the culture that makes us Great Place to Work® certified. Some of the benefits you can expect when you join BHG Financial include:

•Medical/Rx/Dental/Vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members

•Competitive PTO and vacation policies

•1 Friday off each month for Wellness Weekends

•Company 401(k) plan with employer contributions after one year

•Company-sponsored training and certification opportunities

•Quarterly award ceremonies where top achievers are celebrated and receive additional bonuses

•Ongoing volunteer opportunities to give back to the community through our BHG Cares program

If you’re ready for a career where you can exercise your passions, be surrounded by co-workers who are relentlessly committed to service, and have a team-player mindset, apply today!

BHG Financial is committed to equal treatment and opportunity in all aspects of recruitment, selection, and employment without regard to gender, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other category protected under the law. BHG Financial is an equal opportunity employer; committed to a community of inclusion, and an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

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