×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Senior Database Administrator

Job in Vancouver, BC, Canada
Listing for: Stafflink
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-31
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Engineer, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Database Administrator
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support and enhance their enterprise data architecture. This individual will be responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and high-performance data solutions that bridge both on-premises and cloud environments. This is a hands-on role ideal for professionals with a strong foundation in SQL Server database administration, hybrid architecture, and end-to-end data pipeline development.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team working on strategic data initiatives that support organizational growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, implement, and maintain relational database systems, focusing on SQL Server environments with a strong emphasis on on-prem administration and optimization.

  • Manage database security, integrity, backup, and disaster recovery across hybrid infrastructures (on-prem/cloud).

  • Build and maintain data pipelines to support data ingestion, transformation, and integration between enterprise systems.

  • Develop and enforce best practices in database design, code quality, and change management for data architecture.

  • Monitor and troubleshoot system performance; proactively resolve data quality or access issues.

  • Lead or contribute to infrastructure and data initiatives, managing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communication.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including applications, infrastructure, and analytics teams to deliver scalable solutions.

  • Evaluate and recommend technologies for cloud transition, performance monitoring, and automation.

  • Must-Have Skills
  • Proven experience with Microsoft SQL Server, including administration, performance tuning, and security.

  • Hands-on expertise with database administration (DBA) tasks including backup/recovery, patching, and availability management.

  • Strong experience in hybrid environments, working across on-premise and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS).

  • Proficiency in designing and implementing data pipelines for ETL processes or real-time data workflows.
  • Exposure to People Soft systems and integration strategies.

  • Familiarity with Python, especially for scripting and data automation tasks.

  • Background in or exposure to data science, including analytics, statistical modeling, or data visualization tools.

  • Experience conducting or participating in code reviews for database objects or ETL workflows.

  • Ability to independently assess and resolve complex data challenges in production environments.

  • Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
    Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
    To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
     
     
     
    Search for further Jobs Here:
    (Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
    Location
    Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)

    Job Posting Language
    Employment Category
    Education (minimum level)
    Filters
    Education Level
    Experience Level (years)
    Posted in last:
    Salary