Job Title: Database Administrator (DBA)
Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
Work Arrangement: Hybrid 
Employment Type: Contract 

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Database Administrator (DBA) to maintain, support, and improve the performance, integrity, and security of our corporate data systems. This role is critical in planning, managing, and optimizing SQL Server environments, including data migration, backup/recovery, and performance monitoring, while also contributing to the development of robust and scalable database architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain on-premise Microsoft SQL Server environments.

• Manage and monitor database storage, backups, replication, recovery, and encryption to ensure high availability and disaster readiness.

• Design, develop, and maintain database architecture, including schema design and performance tuning.

• Plan and coordinate data migration activities between systems.

• Identify and resolve data abnormalities and system inefficiencies.

• Liaise with internal teams and application staff to deliver aligned and secure business technology solutions.

• Set up and maintain SSIS packages and data pipelines for ETL processes.

• Ensure data security, integrity, and confidentiality through well-established protocols.

• Serve as a project manager for infrastructure and database-related projects, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.

• Research, evaluate, and recommend database and performance measurement tools to improve system operations.

• Prepare technical designs and specifications to support development and integration initiatives.

Technical Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with on-premise Microsoft SQL Server environments.

• Strong understanding of database design, replication, mirroring, encryption, and performance tuning.

• Experience in data modeling and ETL development using SSIS.

• In-depth knowledge of software development practices and how they interact with database systems.

• Proven experience in setting up new SQL servers and databases from the ground up.

• Ability to create and enforce data security and backup standards.

• Skilled in technical documentation, including design specs and system architecture.

  • Experience in performance measurement tools and metrics-driven database optimization.

  • Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions or hybrid environments.

Soft Skills & Capabilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to analyze and recommend improvements to existing data infrastructure.

• Proven track record in self-directed work with minimal supervision.

• Collaborative and capable of establishing effective relationships across departments.

• Commitment to data confidentiality and compliance with security protocols.

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.