Database Administrator

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Join us in our mission to revolutionize subscription management and make a meaningful impact on the way businesses access and utilize critical information. At TRG Screen, your talent and ambition will find a home, where opportunities for growth and advancement abound.

About TRG Screen

TRG Screen is the leading provider of market data and subscription management technology and automation solutions, tailored to the unique needs of financial institutions and legal firms. Our integrated suite of solutions includes market data and subscription spend management, usage management, compliance reporting, and comprehensive managed services, which hundreds of clients worldwide use to remove cumbersome and inaccurate manual processes and gain control over market data and subscription costs at scale. For more than 25 years, TRG Screen has enabled businesses who rely on market data to monitor and strategically manage spending and usage of data and information services, including market data, research, software licenses, consulting and other necessary corporate expenses. TRG Screen solutions give decisionmakers full transparency into subscription spend and usage, enabling them to proactively manage subscription costs at scale, conduct more informed vendor negotiations, improve governance, and avoid unnecessary spending on these mission-critical business services. TRG Screen is headquartered in New York City, with offices in Europe and Asia, as well as a 24x7 client support center in Bangalore, India.

TRG Screen is a portfolio company of Vista Equity Partners, one of the world’s largest and most respected private equity firms.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Database Administrator to manage and optimize our Microsoft SQL Server infrastructure across hybrid environments (on-premises data centers and Azure). This role is ideal for a mid-level DBA who combines solid technical expertise with hands-on experience in maintaining critical database systems that support our business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Database Administration & Maintenance

• Manage, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases (versions 2016/2017/2019/2022) across on-premises and Azure environments
• Install, upgrade, and patch SQL Server instances, applying service packs and cumulative updates
• Create and maintain database maintenance plans including index optimization (rebuild/reorganize), integrity checks, and statistics updates
• Monitor database health, performance, and capacity planning to ensure optimal system performance
• Performance Optimization
• Proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks using SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and DMVs
• Analyze and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and execution plans
• Implement and maintain appropriate indexing strategies to improve query performance
• Conduct regular performance tuning exercises and provide recommendations for database optimization

Backup, Recovery & High Availability

• Design, implement, and manage backup and recovery strategies to meet Recovery Point Objective (RPO) and Recovery Time Objective (RTO) requirements
• Configure and maintain High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions including Always On Availability Groups, Log Shipping, Database Mirroring, and Failover Clustering
• Perform database restores and disaster recovery drills to ensure business continuity
• Manage replication (Snapshot, Transactional, and Merge) as needed
• Azure SQL Management
• Administer Azure SQL Databases, Azure SQL Managed Instances, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
• Support migration activities from on-premises SQL Server to Azure SQL services
• Implement and manage hybrid connectivity between on-premises and Azure environments
• Utilize Azure monitoring and management tools (Azure Monitor, Azure Data Studio, SQL Database Advisor)

Security & Compliance

• Implement and maintain database security best practices including authentication, authorization, and encryption
• Manage SQL Server logins, users, roles, and permissions following the principle of least privilege
• Conduct regular security audits and ensure compliance with organizational policies
• Monitor and respond to security alerts and vulnerabilities
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting
• Utilize database monitoring tools (such as SQL Server Management Studio, SolarWinds, Redgate SQL Monitor, or similar) to track system health
• Troubleshoot database issues, analyze error logs, and provide timely resolution
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of database configurations, processes, and procedures
• Participate in on-call rotation for production support

Required Qualifications

Experience & Skills

• 5-6 years of hands-on experience as a Microsoft SQL Server Database Administrator
• Strong expertise in SQL Server 2016 and later versions (2017/2019/2022)
• Proven experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), T-SQL, and PowerShell scripting
• Hands-on experience with database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies
• Solid understanding of backup/restore operations and disaster recovery planning
• Experience implementing High Availability solutions (Always On, Clustering, Log Shipping, Mirroring)
• Working knowledge of Azure SQL services (Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, SQL Server on Azure VMs)
• Experience managing databases in hybrid environments (on-premises + cloud)
• Technical Knowledge
• Deep understanding of SQL Server internals, architecture, and core database concepts
• Proficiency in writing and optimizing complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and triggers
• Familiarity with database monitoring and diagnostic tools
• Knowledge of SQL Server security best practices and implementation
• Understanding of database design principles and normalization

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented approach to work with strong documentation practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) or equivalent certification
• Experience with database automation using PowerShell or Python
• Knowledge of ETL processes and SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and tools
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for database deployments
• Understanding of database migration strategies and tools
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with modern database technologies across hybrid cloud environments
• Professional development and certification support
• Collaborative work environment with experienced technical teams

Join TRG Screen and unlock your potential in an environment where innovation thrives, opportunities abound, and your contributions make a difference. We are an equal opportunities employer. We recognise and value the power of diversity in our workplace and are committed to being an employer of choice for everyone. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit.

At TRG Screen, we understand that diverse and inclusive teams are not just beneficial, they are essential to our success. We recognize that embracing diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences fosters innovation, enhances problem-solving capabilities, and drives better business outcomes. By cultivating a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard and valued, we empower our world class teams to thrive, excel, and drive positive change.

We are proud of our diverse workforce and are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all employees. People from various ethnicities, ages, genders, and abilities are encouraged to apply.