Database Administrator

FINBOA, Inc.

$89K — $117K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5+ years of experience in database administration (SQL Server / Azure SQL)
  • Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure SQL including DTU/vCore management, storage scaling, and performance tuning
  • Advanced SQL skills in query writing, optimization, and execution plan analysis
  • Experience managing high-availability production database environments
  • Strong understanding of disaster recovery, backup strategies, and database security
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex database issues in real-time

Responsibilities

  • Own provisioning and maintenance of client-specific Azure SQL databases
  • Support client implementations and ensure database readiness
  • Monitor and manage DTU/vCore utilization and query performance
  • Troubleshoot production issues like query performance degradation and data inconsistencies
  • Assist IT leadership with internal database administration and security initiatives
  • Contribute to data governance and compliance initiatives

Benefits

  • IRA with Company Match
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • IRA with Company Match
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources


Position Overview

The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the performance, integrity, security, and availability of FINBOA's databases across both client-facing and internal environments.

This role operates within a dual-reporting structure:

  • 70% Client Implementations & Support 14 Directly supporting client database environments, onboarding, migrations, and production issues
  • 30% IT / Internal Infrastructure 14 Supporting company-wide database strategy, performance optimization, and security initiatives

This is a hands-on, production-focused role requiring strong experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, particularly in resource management (DTUs/vCores, storage, scaling, and performance tuning).

Key Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities - Client Implementations & Support

  • Own provisioning, configuration, ongoing maintenance, and disaster recovery planning and testing for client-specific Azure SQL, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and on-premises databases
  • Support client implementations, go-lives, and migrations, ensuring database readiness and performance
  • Support and maintain data warehouse infrastructure for clients and business intelligence
  • Monitor and actively manage:
    • DTU / vCore utilization
    • Storage growth and allocation
    • Query performance and execution plans
  • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues involving:
    • Query performance degradation
    • Blocking/locking
    • Data inconsistencies or failures
  • Perform data migrations, imports, exports, and validation activities
  • Execute controlled data updates and client-specific configurations
  • Partner with Support to resolve escalated database-related issues
  • Collaborate with Implementation Engineers on onboarding and environment setup
  • Maintain documentation for client database configurations and standards

Secondary Responsibilities - Internal / Company-wide IT

  • Assist IT leadership with internal database administration across corporate environments
  • Support database security initiatives (least privilege, password rotation, auditing, monitoring)
  • Participate in patching, version upgrades, and performance optimization for shared systems
  • Maintain the operational health of internal SQL servers, VMs, and supporting infrastructure, while refining Azure resource configurations, scaling, and cost-efficiency recommendations
  • Assist with monitoring, alerting, and disaster recovery planning
  • Contribute to company-wide data governance, standardization, and compliance initiatives
Required Qualifications
  • 3-5+ years of experience in database administration (SQL Server / Azure SQL)
  • Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure SQL, including:
    • DTU and/or vCore resource management
    • Storage scaling and performance tuning
    • Azure monitoring tools (Metrics, Query Performance Insight, etc.)
    • Cost optimization and right-sizing databases
  • Advanced SQL skills:
    • Query writing and optimization
    • Indexing strategies
    • Stored procedures, views, tables, and execution plan analysis
    • Data migration
  • Experience managing production database environments with high availability requirements
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Disaster recovery
    • Backup and recovery strategies
    • Database security and access control
    • Performance tuning methodologies
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex database issues in real-time
  • Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, support, and operations teams
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in SaaS, fintech, or financial services environments
  • Familiarity with multi-tenant database architectures
  • Experience with automation/scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash)
  • Exposure to Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience with Azure networking components (including VNets, subnets, and VPNs)
  • Understanding of compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, SOC 2, etc.)
  • Experience supporting ETL processes or data pipelines
Soft Skills & Competencies
  • Strong communication skills, especially with client-facing teams.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Proactive, curious, and eager to learn.
  • Comfortable working in structured, process-driven contexts.
  • Team-oriented with a service-first mentality.
  • Strong ownership mentality over production systems.
  • High attention to detail and data accuracy.


Compensation: $89,681.00 - $117,000.00 per year

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