SQL Server Database Administrator

Use advanced SQL and performance tuning to support reliable enterprise databases for FirstOntario Credit Union in hybrid Hamilton, Ontario.

The Operational Database Administrator manages Microsoft SQL Server environments spanning on-premises and cloud platforms. This position supports database health, production availability, security, capacity, and performance for business applications and banking systems. Azure SQL Managed Instance experience is preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and tune SQL queries, procedures, indexes, and configurations
• Identify database bottlenecks, performance issues, and capacity constraints
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and operational automation
• Support high availability, replication, clustering, and disaster recovery
• Participate in production on-call support rotations

Requirements:

• Five or more years administering enterprise production databases
• Strong Microsoft SQL Server experience
• Advanced SQL query writing and troubleshooting skills
• Experience with monitoring and database performance management tools
• PowerShell, T-SQL, or scripting automation experience

Bring advanced SQL, performance management, automation, and reliability skills to FirstOntario’s operational database environment.