SQL Server Database Administrator

Location: Plano, TX, USA

Company

Brown & Brown provides an inclusive corporate work environment focused on customer needs and employee well-being.

What you will do

• Install, configure, maintain, and scale Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL database systems.
• Create and modify database objects, including tables, views, functions, and stored procedures.
• Monitor performance, optimize queries and indexes, and troubleshoot database bottlenecks.
• Implement backups, recovery procedures, high-availability solutions, and disaster recovery plans.
• Protect sensitive data through access management, role-based security, encryption, auditing, and related controls.
• Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and IT professionals while maintaining documentation and providing technical guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Four or more years of experience as a Database Administrator.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, T-SQL, database design, normalization, and query plan optimization.
• Experience with query optimization, indexing, performance tuning, backup and recovery strategies, TDE, and database security.
• Familiarity with Azure SQL Managed Instance, Databricks, Azure Blob Storage, Azure Data Factory, and Azure resource management.
• Ability to work independently, participate in daily meetings, manage multiple priorities, and operate in a DevOps environment.

Nice to have

• Microsoft certifications such as Azure Database Administrator Associate, Azure Data Administrator Associate, Azure Fundamentals, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Oracle experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), student loan assistance, and tuition reimbursement.
• Free mental health and enhanced advocacy services.
• Paid time off, holidays, preferred partner discounts, and additional benefits subject to eligibility.
• Inclusive environment guided by the “The Power to Be Yourself” diversity, inclusion, and belonging motto.