Lead Technical Engineer – DBA SQL Server

Fifth Third Bank

. Serve as an expert in the administration and support of SQL Server database platforms .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in SQL Server Database Administration, including performance tuning, automation, and infrastructure management, with a strong focus on security, compliance, and operational best practices. Ability to communicate complex concepts effectively and provide technical training and mentoring to team members.

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SQL Server Database AdministrationPerformance TuningDatabase AutomationPowerShell AutomationDatabase Architecture

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Hard Skills

SQL ServerDatabase AdministrationPerformance TuningDatabase AutomationScriptingHigh AvailabilityDisaster RecoveryInfrastructure ManagementDatabase SecurityOperational Best Practices

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoringProject PlanningProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

PowerShellJenkinsAnsibleSSASSSISSSRS

Industry Keywords

Database StandardsComplianceAuditIT InfrastructureEnterprise Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleJenkinsSQLSSIS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as an expert in the administration and support of SQL Server database platforms
Undertake complex database administration and support projects
Make decisions on ambiguous administrative and support issues
Communicate common goals and direction for the team
Interface with management to provide project updates
Performance tune complex queries and processes for in-house and vendor applications
Assess new SQL Server instances, maintain inventory, and optimize required license costs
Design and maintain IT infrastructure strategies for database environments
Address hardening, security, configuration, maintenance, and support requirements
Create and maintain documentation for audit, compliance, training, and other purposes
Explain complex database concepts to non-technical people
Monitor and patch numerous SQL Server installations
Upgrade SQL Server versions using multiple techniques and evaluate their benefits and drawbacks
Perform database system management for DBMS, SSAS, SSIS, and SSRS installations
Document, define, and develop database standards, procedures, and architecture
Facilitate project planning by establishing estimates, milestones, and schedules
Provide technical training and mentoring to the team
Attend and participate in team discussions and meetings
Participate in the on-call rotation and assist teammates
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of six (6) years of hands-on SQL Server database administration experience in an enterprise environment
Demonstrated experience with database automation, scripting, performance tuning, upgrades, and infrastructure management
Strong understanding of database architecture, security, high availability, disaster recovery, and operational best practices
SQL Server Database Administration experience
Automation using PowerShell
Self-service tools such as Jenkins and/or Ansible experience or desire
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits programs supporting physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being
Incentive compensation plan based on company, line of business, and/or individual performance
Differentiated compensation offerings
Employee benefits and rewards programs
Equal employment opportunity and inclusive culture