Remote Sr SQL Server DBA (ongoing)

About Red9:

We are a group of Microsoft SQL Server database experts architecting solutions for the most elite companies in the world. Red9 boasts a unique, close-knit team with expertise in all facets of data operations: strategic, architectural, development and maintenance. Our mission is to be the leader in the fractional DBA market while providing our clients with the best customer service, the latest technology and world class security.

Position Overview:

If you want exposure to a broad spectrum of SQL deployments, opportunities to build automations and other DBA tools and spend more time doing actual SQL DBA work then Red9 is the place for you. At Red9, we are highly selective and only hire passionate A+ players who will expose you to the newest db tools and techniques. We work hard, we solve complex problems, and we have fun moving fast while making SQL run as fast as possible for our clients.

Responsibilities:

Design innovative SQL Server solutions (on-prem and cloud)
Owner’s mindset - Proactively discover DB issues and find bottlenecks
Troubleshoot a diverse set of db issues from multiple clients
Performance tune slow performing SQL
Minimum Qualifications:
Verbal and written English required
5+ year of work as a SQL Server DBA
3-5+ years of experience running complex migrations and upgrades
TSQL expert
Attention to detail
Ability to follow and build standard operating procedures (SOPs)
PowerShell (3+ years of experience)
AlwaysOn, Clustering, Replication, extended events, baselining

Ideal Skills:

PowerBI
Knowledge of other programming languages is a plus

Benefits:

This position is 100% remote
Competitive salary
Paid vacation
Be part of the team that deals with interesting SQL Server projects across multiple companies. You will be exposed to many customers and many SQL challenges. You will work with the best DBAs in the world and grow your skillsets
Green card sponsorship available

Please fill out this application form to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
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