Senior Microsoft SQL Administrator (all genders)

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential organization in Mainz seeking a Senior Microsoft SQL Administrator to manage and evolve critical database platforms within their high-availability data center infrastructure.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Administering, configuring, and operating Microsoft SQL Server environments including SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS
• Managing SQL Server instances and supporting database migrations and platform modernizations
• Handling user and permissions management within the SQL infrastructure
• Planning, executing, and documenting backup, recovery, and disaster recovery measures
• Supporting and facilitating database audits
• Conducting database script reviews and controlled execution of production changes
• Performing root cause analysis and resolving complex issues in 2nd-level support
• Collaborating with vendors during escalations and support cases
• Managing patch deployment and lifecycle activities
• Analyzing database and system loads with continuous performance optimization
• Capacity planning and ensuring availability of critical database systems
• Creating and maintaining operational documentation, operating manuals, and ITSM documentation
• Documenting all activities in the ticketing system
• Providing consultation on architecture decisions and supporting technical planning
• Generating reports and analyses to support operations

What We're Looking For

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience as an MSSQL Database Administrator
• Minimum 5 years of experience in IT operations or 2nd-level support
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2012, 2016, 2019 or newer
• Strong proficiency with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
• Proven experience with database migrations
• Deep expertise in backup, recovery, and disaster recovery
• Advanced skills in performance and capacity management
• Experience conducting database audits
• Demonstrated patch and lifecycle management capabilities
• Background operating enterprise-level database environments
• Familiarity with IT Service Management processes and ticketing systems
• Knowledge of current IT security requirements, BSI-Grundschutz standards, and data protection regulations
• Fluent German and good English language skills (written and spoken)

Required Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) SQL Server 2012 Database Administration or SQL Server 2016 Database Administration, or equivalent current successor certification
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) Data Management and Analytics, or equivalent current successor certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with federal authorities or KRITIS-adjacent organizations
• Knowledge of high-availability SQL Server architectures including AlwaysOn Availability Groups, SQL Server Clustering, failover concepts, and business continuity
• PowerShell automation experience
• Experience with infrastructure and database monitoring
• ITIL certification
• Background in architecture consulting and technical concept projects

Security Requirements:

This position requires a security clearance according to the German Security Clearance Act. You must either hold a current SÜ2-Geheim clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo this clearance process.

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. Qualified candidates will then be submitted to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client organization directly, as all communication must go through our talent team to ensure a structured and professional process.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on your experience and qualifications.

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