SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)

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July 31

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Quistor

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IT Consulting • Cloud Solutions • Business Analytics

Quistor is an IT consulting company with over 25 years of experience in providing software solutions, managed services, and expertise to help businesses grow. They specialize in JD Edwards consulting, cloud solutions, business analytics, and database support, offering 24/7 services to a global customer base. Quistor operates internationally, with offices in multiple countries, and collaborates with partners and educational institutions to drive digital transformation and innovation. Their certified consultants aim to support clients in cloud migration, business intelligence, and IT department enhancement.

51 - 200 employees

📋 Description

• Utilize your extensive experience to design, implement, and maintain high-performance SQL Server databases, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and reliability. • Perform in-depth performance tuning and optimization, identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, slow queries, and other related issues. • Analyze wait events and proactively address performance challenges to ensure smooth and efficient database operations. • Oversee and manage database replication strategies, including setup, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting of replication environments. • Implement and manage Change Data Capture (CDC) processes to enable real-time data integration and synchronization across databases. • Monitor database health using various tools, set up alerting mechanisms, and respond to incidents in a timely manner to minimize downtime and data loss. • Participate in on-call rotation (appt. 1 week per quarter) and respond to critical database issues promptly, ensuring 24/7 availability of mission-critical systems. • Work closely with cross-functional and cloud teams to plan and execute database upgrades, migrations, and patching while minimizing risks and downtime. • Document database configurations, processes, and best practices, contributing to the creation and maintenance of internal knowledge resources. • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in SQL Server database administration.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience). • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator. • Expertise in analysing and mitigating wait events, bottlenecks, and resource contention. • Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing database replication and CDC solutions. • In-depth knowledge of SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery mechanisms. • Experience with other database systems (Oracle, MySQL, DB2, PostgreSQL) and cloud platforms is a plus. • Strong proficiency in performance tuning, query optimization, and resolving database-related performance issues. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude. • Azure knowledge is a plus. Willingness to further grow on Azure technologies is a must. • Ability to communicate well in English, Dutch language is an advantage.

🏖️ Benefits

• Work for a leading and reputable IT company that is an Oracle partner • Sell cutting-edge solutions that help customers improve their business processes, performance, and profitability • Earn a competitive salary and commission based on your performance • Receive ongoing training and support from our experienced and friendly team • Grow your career and professional network in a dynamic and fast-paced environment