Principal Database Administrator

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Database Administrator based in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced Principal Database Administrator to lead SQL Server architecture, high availability, and disaster recovery across a large-scale cloud operations environment. In this senior, hands-on role, you will shape the resilience, security, and performance of a multi-tenant database platform supporting critical business applications. You will serve as the technical authority for complex database challenges, driving architectural decisions and resolving high-severity incidents. Working with global operations teams and client-side IT specialists, you will oversee database integrations, migrations, and cutover activities. You will also strengthen operational efficiency through automation, robust documentation, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to influence database strategy, mentor engineering talent, and deliver reliable, scalable cloud services in a collaborative, technology-driven environment.