Verra Mobility

Smart transportation technology and safety solutions

Senior SQL Database Administrator

Database AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeMesa, AZ, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience administering and optimizing SQL Server environments in enterprise-scale environments.
Deep expertise in SQL Server (2014–2022), including performance tuning, high availability/disaster recovery, and troubleshooting.
Strong experience with Azure SQL and cloud database platforms, including migration, scaling, and cost optimization.
Experience with hybrid environments and data replication technologies such as Oracle GoldenGate.
Advanced scripting and automation experience with PowerShell, Python, or similar tools.
Strong experience with monitoring, alerting, and incident management tools.
Experience with data warehousing and business intelligence concepts.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Successful completion of the Nlets fingerprinting background assessment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical ability in complex technical environments.
Communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to lead initiatives independently and influence across teams.
Adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Attention to detail and focus on reliability and quality.

Responsibilities

Lead database architecture and strategy.
Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server database solutions across on-premises and cloud environments, including Azure.
Drive database modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and hybrid architectures.
Own performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization for large-scale, high-transaction systems.
Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to ensure scalability and reliability.
Architect and maintain high availability/disaster recovery solutions, including Always On Availability Groups, replication, backups, and failover strategies.
Ensure business continuity and compliance with uptime service-level agreements in a 24x7 environment.
Lead database security strategy, including access controls, encryption, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
Partner with security teams to ensure adherence to data governance standards.
Drive adoption of Azure database services, including performance optimization, cost management, and scaling strategies.
Develop automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
Oversee monitoring, incident response, and root cause analysis using enterprise tools such as SolarWinds and Azure Monitor.
Improve operational processes, documentation, and runbooks for consistency and efficiency.
Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and application teams to optimize database interactions and support product delivery.
Serve as the escalation point for complex database issues.
Mentor junior database administrators and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.
Influence technical direction and establish database best practices across the organization.

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with Oracle environments; Oracle is not the primary focus.
Experience leading database strategy or large-scale transformation projects.
Expertise in performance tuning for high-volume transactional systems.
Experience partnering with executive stakeholders or product leadership.
Exposure to DevOps practices, including continuous integration/continuous delivery and infrastructure as code.

Position Overview:

The Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA) is a strategic technical leader responsible for the design, optimization, security, and scalability of enterprise database platforms. This role partners closely with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure high-performing, resilient, and secure database environments that support mission-critical applications.

This individual serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for SQL Server environments, drives best practices, leads complex initiatives (cloud, automation, modernization), and mentors junior DBAs.

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead database architecture & strategy
Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server database solutions across on-premises and cloud environments (Azure).
Drive database modernization initiatives, including cloud migration and hybrid architectures.
Own performance tuning, indexing strategies, and query optimization for large-scale, high-transaction systems.
Proactively identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to ensure scalability and reliability.
Architect and maintain HA/DR solutions (Always On Availability Groups, replication, backups, failover strategies).
Ensure business continuity and compliance with uptime SLAs in a 24x7 environment.
Lead database security strategy including access controls, encryption, auditing, and regulatory compliance.
Partner with security teams to ensure adherence to data governance standards.
Drive adoption of Azure database services, including performance optimization, cost management, and scaling strategies.
Develop automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools to streamline operations and reduce manual effort.
Oversee monitoring, incident response, and root cause analysis using enterprise tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Azure Monitor).
Improve operational processes, documentation, and runbooks for consistency and efficiency.
Collaborate with engineering, DevOps, and application teams to optimize database interactions and support product delivery.
Serve as escalation point for complex database issues.
Mentor junior DBAs and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.
Influence technical direction and establish database best practices across the organization.

Qualifications:

7+ years of experience administering and optimizing SQL Server environments in enterprise-scale environments
Deep expertise in SQL Server (2014–2022), including performance tuning, HA/DR, and troubleshooting
Strong experience with Azure SQL / cloud database platforms, including migration, scaling, and cost optimization
Experience with hybrid environments and data replication technologies (e.g., Oracle GoldenGate)
Familiarity with Oracle environments (nice to have, not primary focus)
Advanced scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, Python, etc.)
Strong experience with monitoring, alerting, and incident management tools
Experience with data warehousing and BI concepts
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Successful completion of the Nlets fingerprinting background assessment.

Prefered Skills:

Experience leading database strategy or large-scale transformation projects
Strong expertise in performance tuning for high-volume transactional systems
Experience partnering with executive stakeholders or product leadership
Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, infrastructure as code)

Personal Skills and Attributes

Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset with the ability to navigate complex technical environments
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to lead initiatives independently and influence across teams
Adaptable in fast-paced, evolving environments
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on reliability and quality

Verra Mobility Values

An ideal candidate for this role naturally works in alignment with the Verra Mobility Core Values:

Own It. We focus on high performance and drive toward breakthrough outcomes. Our employees ensure accountability, optimize and align work, focus on the customer, and cultivate innovation.
Do What’s Right. We champion integrity and good character. Our team members model ethical behavior, demonstrate good judgment and are courageous.
Choose Courage Over Comfort. We lean into the conversations, decisions and actions that move the business forward, even when they feel uncomfortable. We challenge assumptions, address issues early and prioritize progress over ease.
Win Together. We believe in growing and inspiring people together. We seek people who collaborate, value differences, think and act globally, foster an engaging work environment, and recognize and develop others.

With your explicit consent which you provided as part of the application process, we will retain candidate personal data solely for the business purpose for which it was collected. In no event will we retain such data more than two (2) years following the closure of the recruitment process relating to the role for which you applied or in the event other related job opportunities arise within the company. Verra Mobility Applicant Privacy Notice

Verra Mobility is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

About the Company

Verra Mobility

Smart transportation technology and safety solutions

Verra Mobility provides technology solutions for smart transportation, helping cities, fleets, and rental companies make roads safer and more efficient. Its offerings include hardware and software for programs like school bus stop-arm cameras, fleet management, and data analytics. The system typically combines cameras and sensors with software to monitor traffic events, enforce laws, and optimize operations; customers install the technology, receive ongoing maintenance, and access analytics to improve transportation systems. The company distinguishes itself through a global footprint (over 15 countries), a diverse client base (government agencies, commercial fleets, rental car companies), and multiple revenue streams from sales, installation, maintenance, and data services, along with partnerships within the smart mobility ecosystem. The overall goal is to reduce traffic incidents, improve driver behavior, and create safer, more connected transportation networks.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Mesa, AZ
Founded: 1987

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