Who We Are
Solera is a global leader in data and software services that strives to transform every touchpoint of the vehicle lifecycle into a connected digital experience. In addition, we provide products and services to protect life’s other most important assets: our homes and digital identities. Today, Solera processes over 300 million digital transactions annually for approximately 235,000 partners and customers in more than 90 countries. Our 6,500 team members foster an uncommon, innovative culture and are dedicated to successfully bringing the future to bear today through cognitive answers, insights, algorithms and automation. For more information, please visit solera.com.
We are seeking a highly skilled LEAD SQL Server Database Administrator to join our dynamic team. This full-time, remote position is a critical part of our follow-the-sun support model, ensuring the highest levels of availability, reliability, and performance for our SQL Server infrastructure. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with a multicultural team, and play a pivotal role in maintaining and evolving our database systems.
What You’ll Do
- Review and approve database releases.
- Lead project to modernize database infrastructure.
- Enforce the highest standards of security and compliance.
- Maintain high availability and reliability of the SQL Server infrastructure.
- Participate in the follow-the-sun support model.
- Build and implement new database infrastructure.
- Apply updates and patches to maintain a secure and compliant environment.
- Attend incident calls as per SLAs.
- Enforce and uphold security and compliance policies.
- Ensure adherence to backup and recovery policies.
- Document legacy processes for improved clarity and efficiency.
- Coach junior DBAs to enhance their technical skills.
- Oversee performance, applying quick fixes and escalating complex cases to the performance tuning team.
- Collaborate with other teams to discuss and optimize the underlying database infrastructure.
Scope:
Primarily focused on on-premises infrastructure, with a preference for candidates who also have experience with AWS.
Tools and Technologies:
SQL Server 2017+, Always On, Transactional Replication, Query Store, Log Shipping.
PowerShell, DBAtools, basic Windows administration, and an understanding of storage infrastructure.
What You’ll Bring
Experience:
- 8+ years in highly available SQL Server environments, working across virtual and physical infrastructures.
- Proven ability to automate repetitive tasks using PowerShell or other scripting tools.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Certifications:
Microsoft certifications are a plus.
Preferred Knowledge:
- Experience in manufacturing industries is a bonus.
- Development background to facilitate smooth communication with developers.
Skills Required
- 8+ years of experience working in highly available SQL Server environments across virtual and physical infrastructures
- Proven ability to automate repetitive tasks using PowerShell or other scripting tools
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Experience with SQL Server 2017+, Always On, Transactional Replication, Query Store, and Log Shipping
- Experience with PowerShell, DBAtools, basic Windows administration, and storage infrastructure
- AWS experience
- Microsoft certifications
- Experience in manufacturing industries
- Development background for communication with developers
What We Do
Solera is a leading global provider of integrated vehicle lifecycle and fleet management software-as-a-service, data, and services. Through four lines of business – vehicle claims, vehicle repairs, vehicle solutions and fleet solutions – Solera is home to many leading brands in the vehicle lifecycle ecosystem, including Identifix, Audatex, DealerSocket, Omnitracs, eDriving/Mentor, Explore, CAP HPI, Autodata, and others. Solera empowers its customers to succeed in the digital age by providing them with a “one-stop shop” solution that streamlines operations, offers data-driven analytics, and enhances customer engagement, which Solera believes helps customers drive sales, promote customer retention, and improve profit margins. Solera serves over 300,000 global customers and partners in 100+ countries. For more information, visit www.solera.com.
