Senior Database Administrator (SQL Server)

Company Overview
At Bridgenext, we engineer Growth Operating Systems. Most enterprises have spent millions on their revenue stack and still aren't seeing the growth they expected.They have tools that function, but no system that wins. We help growth-hungry companies close that gap by turning fragmented platforms, siloed teams, and disconnected data into one integrated Growth OS. More than a technology company or marketing agency, we're a global digital consultancy with experts in engineering, data, AI, creative and more.
Our teams are made up of experts who believe in engineering impact, starting with putting people at the center of everything we do. Every team member directly shapes our work, culture, and values. Nothing matters more to us than a kind, respectful, fulfilling environment that supports everyone. Our flexible, inclusive culture gives you the autonomy, resources, and opportunities to thrive.
Position Description
We're seeking a Senior Database Administrator to own the health, performance, and reliability of our on-premises Microsoft SQL Server estate, with growing exposure to Azure SQL. This is a hands-on role for a seasoned DBA who is equally comfortable tuning a stubborn query, architecting a high-availability topology, and troubleshooting the Windows Server layer beneath the database. You'll be the senior technical authority on all things SQL Server and a key partner to engineering, infrastructure, and application teams.
Responsibilities
Database Administration & Operations
Install, configure, patch, and maintain SQL Server instances across production, staging, and development environments
Manage database security: logins, roles, permissions, encryption (TDE), and auditing
Own backup and recovery strategy, including regular restore testing and RTO/RPO validation
Manage capacity planning, storage growth, and database file/filegroup layout
Performance & Optimization
Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks using execution plans, wait statistics, DMVs, Query Store, and Extended Events
Tune indexes, statistics, and T-SQL; partner with developers to improve query and schema design
Establish and maintain performance baselines, alerting, and monitoring
High Availability & Disaster Recovery
Design, implement, and maintain HA/DR solutions: Always On Availability Groups, failover clustering, log shipping, and replication
Conduct failover testing and maintain documented, tested recovery procedures
Windows Systems Administration
Administer the Windows Server layer supporting SQL Server: OS patching, service accounts, disk/storage configuration, and Windows Failover Clustering
Troubleshoot at the intersection of OS, storage, network, and database
Manage Active Directory service accounts, group policy considerations, and NTFS/share permissions relevant to SQL Server
Automation & Maintenance
Automate routine administration, deployments, and monitoring using PowerShell and T-SQL (e.g., dbatools, SQL Agent jobs, Ola Hallengren's maintenance solution)
Build and maintain repeatable, documented processes for provisioning and configuration
Cloud (Azure SQL)
Administer and support Azure SQL Database / Managed Instance workloads
Assist with hybrid connectivity and on-prem-to-Azure migration efforts as the estate evolves
Must Have Skills
6+ years of hands-on SQL Server database administration in production environments
Deep expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and index strategy
Proven experience designing and operating HA/DR solutions (Always On AGs, clustering, log shipping, replication)
Strong Windows Server administration skills, including Windows Failover Clustering, storage, and service account management
Proficiency with T-SQL and PowerShell scripting for automation
Solid understanding of backup/recovery, security, and disaster recovery best practices
Experience with SQL Server monitoring and diagnostic tooling (DMVs, Query Store, Extended Events, Profiler/traces)
Strong troubleshooting instincts and a calm, methodical approach under pressure (including on-call/incident response)
Documentation discipline and a bias toward automating repetitive work
Preferred Skills
Experience with Azure SQL Database / Managed Instance and hybrid cloud environments
Familiarity with the dbatools PowerShell module and community maintenance solutions
Experience with SSIS/SSRS/SSAS or related BI components
Exposure to CI/CD for database changes (e.g., dacpac deployments, source-controlled schema)
Relevant certifications (Microsoft SQL Server / Azure Database Administrator Associate)
Experience across multiple SQL Server versions and large or highly transactional estates
Professional Skills
Clear written and verbal communication; able to explain database concepts to non-DBA stakeholders
Collaborative partner to developers, infrastructure teams, and application owners
Maintains composure during all types of situations and is collaborative by nature
High standards of professionalism, consistently producing high quality results
Self-sufficient, independent requiring very little supervision or intervention
Demonstrate flexibility and openness to bring creative solutions to address issues
Bridgenext is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Work arrangement
Yes