Database Administrator

We are

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

Our Challenge

Our client is seeking an experienced Database Administrator to support large, complex SQL Server environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. This role involves managing database operations, performing upgrades and troubleshooting, and supporting data migration and integration efforts across cloud and on-premise platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances.
• Implement and manage high availability solutions such as Always On Availability Groups.
• Troubleshoot performance issues, optimize queries, and conduct performance tuning.
• Develop and oversee backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Support migration of databases to Azure or AWS cloud platforms.
• Document database configurations, procedures, and recovery plans.
• Ensure security protocols and access controls are enforced.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuous system availability.

Skills:

• Minimum of 8 years of DBA experience in environments of similar size and complexity as a public sector company.
• Proven expertise with SQL Server 2016 or higher, including availability groups.
• Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and optimization skills.
• Experience with cloud database migrations to Azure and AWS.
• Familiarity with multi-tenant environments and help desk procedures.
• Knowledge of reporting tools such as PowerBI and PowerView.
• Ability to produce detailed technical documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and team collaboration experience.

We offer

• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad
• 15 days (3 weeks) of paid annual leave plus an additional 10 days of personal leave (floating days and sick days)
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long term disability
• Flexible hybrid policy to fit your schedule
• RRSP with employer's contribution up to 4%
• A higher education certification policy
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Synclusive' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.