Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Iron Mountain provides sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and related services. The Senior Database Administrator will design, tune, maintain, and secure SQL Server environments, ensuring high availability, disaster recovery, and effective data management while supporting application development and operational infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee database administration: Lead the design, installation, upgrade, capacity planning, and daily maintenance of SQL Server environments in a Windows Server ecosystem
• Ensure optimal performance and availability: Conduct continuous monitoring, tuning, and T-SQL optimization while managing Always On technology and clustering solutions
• Manage backup and disaster recovery: Implement backup/recovery procedures, utilize Rubrik backup systems, and execute recovery processes while adhering to change management policies
• Support development and integration: Collaborate with developers to build stored procedures, triggers, and data extract facilities, including SSIS and SSRS implementations
• Maintain security and system health: Execute environment refreshes, maintain system documentation, utilize basic PowerShell scripting for automation, and participate in a 24/7 rotational on-call schedule

Skills

• 5 to 7 years of in-depth experience in the design, administration, programming, and support of SQL Server database systems
• Strong knowledge of T-SQL, server-side development (triggers, stored procedures), Always On high-availability technology, clustering, disaster recovery, and SSIS/SSRS implementations
• Direct experience working in a Microsoft-centric environment with Windows and Server Operating Systems
• Proficiency with basic PowerShell scripting and familiarity with Rubrik backup systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline is desirable

Benefits

• Flexible work options/alternative work options to support work–life balance.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

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