Database Architect

Clever Devices

SQL Database Administrator for Clever Devices managing SQL Server databases and IT infrastructure operations. Responsible for database availability, security, and performance in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeWoodbury • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCassandraCloudDockerLinuxMongoDBNoSQLSQLVMware

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases, on-prem, hosted, and in Azure
Monitor database performance, tuning queries, and optimizing indexes
Perform backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning
Implement and manage database security, including access controls and encryption
Implement and manage HA/DR scenarios (including AOAG, shared storage clusters, third party solutions) for unique deployment situations
Develop and maintain database documentation and best practices
Work closely within the ITS team on SQL health and performance
Lead as needed for SQL maintenance, backups, monitoring, and reporting
Design HA/DR scenarios for on-prem, hosted, and cloud deployments
Work closely with developers to optimize queries and improve application performance
Provide deep dive investigation for application and database-related issues
Develop and maintain documentation for IT processes and database configurations

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in SQL Server database administration
Strong experience with Windows Server and/or Linux administration
Expertise in SQL performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization
Proficiency in backup strategies, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions
Hands-on experience with PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting languages
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Experience with cloud platforms, DBaaS offerings (Azure) preferred
Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, Docker, etc.) preferred
Familiarity with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra, etc.) is a plus
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate, MCSA, or RHCSA preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Wellness and family support programs
Life and disability insurance
Retirement savings plans
Paid leave programs
Education-related programs
Paid holidays and time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

SQL Performance TuningIndexingQuery OptimizationBackup StrategiesDisaster Recovery PlanningHigh-Availability SolutionsDatabase SecurityHA/DR ScenariosNoSQL DatabasesVirtualization Technologies

Soft Skills

TroubleshootingProblem-Solving

Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator AssociateMCSARHCSA