IT Database Administrator II

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Rocket Lab’s IT team is responsible for how our global teams access information and run operations across our computer systems, networks, and devices. Our hardworking IT team is a group of flexible problem-solvers working in a fast-paced environment but who also thrive under the challenge of supporting all of our pr...

Based onsite at Rocket Lab in Mt Wellington, Auckland, NZ the IT Database Administrator II will work closely with the US counterpart to deliver world class SQL Server services to Rocket Lab sites across the globe. You will be expected to collaborate with teams from ERP, BI, software development and other IT function...

Design, implement, and maintain on-prem and cloud SQL Server database environments (2016/2019/2022) across Rocket Lab  
Manage database availability groups, replication, and failover clustering  
Perform database installations, upgrades, patches, and migrations  
Monitor database uptime, performance & resources, resolve performance issues, advise on query optimization and table indexing  
Ensure robust backup and recovery strategies with tested disaster recovery procedures are in place 
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, etc.)  
Provide senior-level technical support for database-related issues across all Rocket Lab sites and ensure effective collaboration / handover with the USA Senior DBA  
Work closely with application support and development teams to deliver robust and high performing business solutions  
Create and maintain comprehensive global documentation of database systems and procedures  

5+ years of experience in IT and a bachelor's degree OR equivalent years of work experience (9+ years total experience) 
5+ years of experience in database focused technology role 
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate or similar certification  
5+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration in a distributed multi-instance server environment 
Experience with Azure SQL Database and managed instances  
Knowledge of PowerShell scripting for automation  
Understanding of Windows Server administration and storage systems  
Experience with database monitoring tools (SolarWinds, RedGate, Idera, etc.)  
Experience with migration and support of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)  
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines  
Familiarity with other database platforms (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL)  
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)  
Knowledge of data warehousing and ETL processes

Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO