This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Database Administrator MSSQL based in Canada.
This role sits at the core of a global database operations function responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and security of large-scale Microsoft SQL Server environments. You will support both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructures, contributing to critical systems that enable business operations across multiple regions. The position combines hands-on technical administration with strategic input into performance tuning, high availability design, and disaster recovery planning. You will collaborate closely with development, infrastructure, and application teams to support deployments, migrations, and ongoing optimization. This is a high-impact environment where reliability, precision, and proactive problem-solving are essential. You will also play a key role in incident response and after-hours support rotation to maintain continuous service availability.
This role requires a seasoned MSSQL Database Administrator with strong technical expertise in enterprise environments and a solid understanding of both cloud and on-prem database ecosystems. Candidates should bring hands-on experience supporting mission-critical systems and collaborating across technical teams.
Based on 8,022 disclosed Software salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $157K/year, with most offers between $123K and $198K (10th–90th percentile: $102K–$235K).
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