Job Description
Work from homeFull–time
Looking to make an impact? Looking for a flexible working environment that respects work/life balance? Get ready to be challenged and rewarded!
About us
Trusted by leading global banks and financial institutions of all sizes, TAO Solutions has worked for over a decade with financial industry leaders worldwide. We design innovative and automated software solutions to empower the financial services industry with operational agility and robust capabilities. With office headquarters in Toronto, and offices in Sydney, Australia, as well as San Diego, USA, TAO Solutions is in an expansionary mode. We are driven by an entrepreneurial and visionary mindset, and that means there is plenty of room for innovation and initiative, and for talented people to shape who we are tomorrow. Further information on our business, products, and services can be found at https://taosolutions.com.
We are looking for a SQL Server Database Administrator to join our growing global team. This position is 100 remote. Why TAO Solutions? Click Here
Number of Positions Open: 1
Your next career move
• Configure, Install and proactively maintain database servers to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Constantly monitor performance, capacity and security of database servers.
• Perform database upgrades, replication and migration procedures.
• Perform and plan database backups and recoveries.
• Collaborate with the Release Team in managing clients master database schemas.
• Troubleshoot database related errors.
• Analyze queries, indexing, and data characteristics and suggest tuning and performance enhancements using advanced SQL Server capabilities such as Columnstore indexes, in-memory optimized tables, partitioning, and others.
• Collaborate with System Engineers to ensure proper database security.
• Collaborate with Software Architects to ensure proper database design, integrity and ongoing performance.
• Develop, administer and maintain policies and procedures for ensuring healthy and highly performant database environments.
• Ensure database servers hardware is adequately sized and configured; conduct capacity planning scenarios to meet future needs.
• Meet critical project deadlines, doing whatever it takes.
• Act as a technical resource to the Systems Engineers during other non-database related projects.
• Provide first-level support to internal staff members and clients as required.
Does this sound like you?
• Must have strong experience of installing, configuring and supporting Microsoft technologies, including Windows server (2008 and above) operating systems, SQL Server (2008 and above) and SQL Server Services (SSRS, SSAS, SSIS).
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server Database performance tuning, backup, recovery and storage management.
• Practical Knowledge of Database replication and migration strategies.
• Must have working experience with SQL Server Management Studio, SQL Server Profiler and other DBA related tools.
• Must be proficient in SQL (T-SQL) language and procedures.
• Must have ERD experience.
• Experience building and supporting high availability database environments will be considered an asset.
• Data warehouse experience, including design, implementation, ETL, validation, and integration with other systems will be considered an asset.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of working experience as Database Administrator or System Engineer.
• University degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an acceptable combination of related technical education with work experience.
• DBA certification or at least 2 years of proven Database Administration experience.
• Proven prior work experience managing large and complex databases and its related environments.
• Superior time management and prioritization skills including the ability to multi-task.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills allowing efficient and effective identification of problems and the ability to apply appropriate solutions.
• Superior customer service skills providing prompt and courteous support.
• Self-starter that can work in an agile environment with little oversight and direction.
• Flexibility to work overtime, sometimes unscheduled, to support maintenance and project workload
• Pride and craftsmanship in the work that you do.
What you can expect from us
At Tao Solutions, our performance-driven culture is built on successful teamwork. We are ranked as one of the top companies to work for by Great Place to Work Canada, And recognized as one of the best places to work in technology. We’re passionate about fostering an environment that positions each team member to succeed and grow their career. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and demonstrate our values through equitable pay, fantastic benefits, and an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.
What’s in it for you?
• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from home
• A collaborative organization that is receptive to new ideas
• Global career opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Fun and results-driven work environment
Do you have a passion for innovation and working with new technology? Hungry for more? Let’s talk
Looking to make an impact? Looking for a flexible working environment that respects work/life balance? Get ready to be challenged and rewarded!
About us
Trusted by leading global banks and financial institutions of all sizes, TAO Solutions has worked for over a decade with financial industry leaders worldwide. We design innovative and automated software solutions to empower the financial services industry with operational agility and robust capabilities. With office headquarters in Toronto, and offices in Sydney, Australia, as well as San Diego, USA, TAO Solutions is in an expansionary mode. We are driven by an entrepreneurial and visionary mindset, and that means there is plenty of room for innovation and initiative, and for talented people to shape who we are tomorrow. Further information on our business, products, and services can be found at https://taosolutions.com.
We are looking for a SQL Server Database Administrator to join our growing global team. This position is 100 remote. Why TAO Solutions? Click Here
Number of Positions Open: 1
Your next career move
• Configure, Install and proactively maintain database servers to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Constantly monitor performance, capacity and security of database servers.
• Perform database upgrades, replication and migration procedures.
• Perform and plan database backups and recoveries.
• Collaborate with the Release Team in managing clients master database schemas.
• Troubleshoot database related errors.
• Analyze queries, indexing, and data characteristics and suggest tuning and performance enhancements using advanced SQL Server capabilities such as Columnstore indexes, in-memory optimized tables, partitioning, and others.
• Collaborate with System Engineers to ensure proper database security.
• Collaborate with Software Architects to ensure proper database design, integrity and ongoing performance.
• Develop, administer and maintain policies and procedures for ensuring healthy and highly performant database environments.
• Ensure database servers hardware is adequately sized and configured; conduct capacity planning scenarios to meet future needs.
• Meet critical project deadlines, doing whatever it takes.
• Act as a technical resource to the Systems Engineers during other non-database related projects.
• Provide first-level support to internal staff members and clients as required.
Does this sound like you?
• Must have strong experience of installing, configuring and supporting Microsoft technologies, including Windows server (2008 and above) operating systems, SQL Server (2008 and above) and SQL Server Services (SSRS, SSAS, SSIS).
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server Database performance tuning, backup, recovery and storage management.
• Practical Knowledge of Database replication and migration strategies.
• Must have working experience with SQL Server Management Studio, SQL Server Profiler and other DBA related tools.
• Must be proficient in SQL (T-SQL) language and procedures.
• Must have ERD experience.
• Experience building and supporting high availability database environments will be considered an asset.
• Data warehouse experience, including design, implementation, ETL, validation, and integration with other systems will be considered an asset.
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of working experience as Database Administrator or System Engineer.
• University degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an acceptable combination of related technical education with work experience.
• DBA certification or at least 2 years of proven Database Administration experience.
• Proven prior work experience managing large and complex databases and its related environments.
• Superior time management and prioritization skills including the ability to multi-task.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills allowing efficient and effective identification of problems and the ability to apply appropriate solutions.
• Superior customer service skills providing prompt and courteous support.
• Self-starter that can work in an agile environment with little oversight and direction.
• Flexibility to work overtime, sometimes unscheduled, to support maintenance and project workload
• Pride and craftsmanship in the work that you do.
What you can expect from us
At Tao Solutions, our performance-driven culture is built on successful teamwork. We are ranked as one of the top companies to work for by Great Place to Work Canada, And recognized as one of the best places to work in technology. We’re passionate about fostering an environment that positions each team member to succeed and grow their career. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and demonstrate our values through equitable pay, fantastic benefits, and an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.
What’s in it for you?
• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from home
• A collaborative organization that is receptive to new ideas
• Global career opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Fun and results-driven work environment
Do you have a passion for innovation and working with new technology? Hungry for more? Let’s talk
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The SQL Server Database Administrator position is now open for candidates interested in the Database Administrator sector. This role in Anywhere offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Database Administrator is a plus.