Database Operations Manager, Gainesville, GA - Hybrid

The Database Operations Manager will lead database operations and performance optimization across a multi-company enterprise supporting approximately 1,100 employees. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and availability of both on-premises and Azure-based SQL Server environments. The position oversees database monitoring, backup strategies, performance tuning, and capacity planning while supervising offshore DBA contractors. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role requiring deep expertise in SQL Server administration, Azure data platforms, and enterprise‑scale database operations.

This position supports shared services across a large ERP environment and additional database deployments for two smaller subsidiary companies. The database landscape includes a mix of custom-built and commercial off-the-shelf applications with extensive integrations. Infrastructure spans both on-premises and Azure-based environments including Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, SQL Server on Azure VMs, Azure Synapse, and migration paths to Microsoft Fabric and Foundry.

• Monitor, analyze, and optimize database performance across all SQL Server environments (on-premises and Azure-based)
• Conduct advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies
• Troubleshoot and resolve database integrity issues, blocking/deadlocking, connectivity, and security issues
• Perform capacity planning and resource optimization for very large databases (VLDBs) supporting OLTP applications

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise backup and recovery strategies using Idera SQL backup tools
• Implement and maintain SQL Server high availability solutions (clustering, mirroring, Always On, replication)
• Execute and test disaster recovery procedures

• Implement and maintain database monitoring solutions using Idera monitoring tools and SQL Server native tools (Performance Monitor, SQL Profiler, DMVs)
• Leverage monitoring and alerting to shift from reactive to proactive operations
• Execute DBCC commands and maintenance routines

• Drive automation across database operations to reduce manual intervention and eliminate fragile processes
• Implement self-service capabilities where appropriate while maintaining proper guardrails
• Develop scripts and automation frameworks to improve operational efficiency

• Manage Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
• Support data warehouse operations in Azure Synapse and migrations to Microsoft Fabric and Foundry platforms
• Optimize cloud database costs and performance

• Understand and support data pipelines including ingestion, transformation, orchestration, and downstream consumption
• Manage both batch and real-time data flows across the enterprise
• Partner closely with DBAs, data engineers, and analytics teams to ensure seamless data operations

• Define and enforce data SLAs and SLOs for database operations
• Implement data quality management practices, monitoring data freshness, completeness, and accuracy
• Support metadata management, lineage tracking, and data observability initiatives
• Collaborate on data governance, retention policies, and compliance requirements

• Develop and troubleshoot stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, indexes, and constraints
• Review and approve database designs for new projects
• Partner with application engineers and the BI-focused Data Architect to align solutions with strategic direction
• Publish and enforce database standards

• Supervise and mentor 2 offshore DBA contractors
• Develop clear performance goals and provide regular coaching and feedback
• Coordinate work assignments and ensure quality delivery across time zones

• Provide regular updates on operational status, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and…