Senior Microsoft Windows SQL Server DBA

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Microsoft Windows SQL Server DBA based in Canada.

This senior-level role offers ownership of enterprise SQL Server environments supporting mission-critical applications.
You’ll act as a subject matter expert across database architecture, performance engineering, availability, security, and disaster recovery.
A major focus will be improving end-to-end application performance through query optimization, diagnostics, and close collaboration with development teams.
You’ll design resilient database platforms, establish performance standards, and ensure systems scale reliably with business demand.
The role also combines hands-on technical leadership with incident response, change governance, automation, and operational excellence.
You’ll mentor other database professionals while serving as a senior escalation point for critical database incidents.
The position is suited to an experienced DBA who can balance deep technical expertise with long-term platform strategy and cross-functional collaboration.