Data Base Administrator (MS SQL)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Database Administrator (MS SQL) based in South Africa.

This temporary remote role offers the opportunity to manage and optimize high-volume Microsoft SQL Server environments supporting globally distributed digital products. You will work with databases ranging from tens of terabytes, tackling complex performance, reliability, and scalability challenges. The position combines advanced T-SQL development with deep database administration and SQL Server architecture expertise. You will investigate execution plans, optimize queries and indexes, and address bottlenecks across memory, disk, locking, and system performance. You will also maintain high-availability infrastructure and help technical teams access and work with critical data. This role is well suited to an experienced SQL professional who enjoys solving complex database problems and working independently in a high-load environment.