Sql database administrator Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Adecco is currently hiring a Database Administrator for a full-time contract position in Ottawa, ON. This opportunity is ideal for a highly analytical and technically driven individual with strong experience in enterprise database administration and cloud-based environments who is eager to support complex database infrastructure and migration initiatives.
As a Database Administrator, you will contribute to enterprise database management and cloud migration initiatives involving Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments. You will collaborate closely with technical teams to design, implement, and support high availability database solutions across on-premises and Azure cloud platforms while ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability.

• Pay Rate: $85,000 - $100,000 yearly
  
• Location: Ottawa, ON
  
• Schedule: Full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
  
• Contract: 2-year contract
  
• Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
  

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain supported database software including Oracle Database and Microsoft SQL Server in on-premises and Azure cloud-based high availability environments
  
• Execute and support database migration initiatives from on-premises environments to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Oracle Database Services in Azure (including Oracle@Azure / Exadata)
  
• Design and implement cloud-native High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions to ensure business service-level agreements are met
  
• Implement automated deployment and configuration management using Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as ARM templates, Terraform, and Bicep
  
• Develop and maintain automated backup, recovery, and monitoring solutions
  
• Perform advanced performance tuning and cost optimization within Azure environments
  
• Analyze and monitor system performance to identify bottlenecks and evaluate the impact of administrative tasks on core business operations
  
• Implement and maintain database security controls including encryption (e.g., TDE) and role-based access control
  
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and technical support for complex cloud database environments
  
• Resolve database-related technical issues and provide operational support to database administrators
  
• Document architecture, migration runbooks, and operational standards
  
• Perform other related activities and deliverables as required
  

Requirements:

• University degree or college diploma in a related field
  
• Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated enterprise Database Administrator experience
  
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading or executing database migrations to Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and/or Oracle Exadata Database Service
  
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience administering Oracle workloads in Azure environments, including Oracle Exadata Database Service (Oracle@Azure)
  
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on experience with Oracle 19c and SQL Server 2019 (or newer)
  
• Demonstrated experience with Azure SQL PaaS services
  
• Demonstrated experience with Oracle Exadata, Data Guard, and RAC
  
• Demonstrated experience with Database Recovery Manager (RMAN), including backup/restore and point-in-time recovery
  
• Demonstrated recent experience with PostgreSQL on Azure
  
• Demonstrated recent experience using automation and scripting tools such as PowerShell, Bash, Terraform, ARM, Bicep, and Azure CLI
  
• Demonstrated experience supporting mission-critical production systems in cloud or hybrid environments
  
• Demonstrated ability to organize tasks efficiently
  
• Knowledge of Commvault
  
• Knowledge of Dynatrace
  
• Relevant professional certifications such as:
  
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate
  Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  Oracle Cloud certifications
  
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain Secret level security clearance
  
• This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 12 on-site days per month
  
• Must be legally authorized to work and reside in Canada.
  

Interested in this position? Apply now! Our dynamic recruitment team is ready to welcome you and support you on your path to success.
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