Job Description
Job Description:
The IT Architect - Database (Sr. DBA) is responsible for the design, administration, optimization, and governance of AAON’s enterprise database environments, ensuring high availability, performance, security, and reliability of critical data systems. This role will lead the stabilization and modernization of the SQL Server environment while supporting the evolution of AAON’s broader data platform strategy, including integration with Azure data services and the enterprise data lake.Key Responsibilities
Define and lead database architecture and administration strategy across the enterprise
Administer SQL Server environments including provisioning, patching, backup, and recovery
Manage high availability configurations (clustering, AlwaysOn)
Optimize performance through query tuning, indexing, and resource management
Support integration with enterprise applications and data platforms
Implement database security, access controls, and compliance monitoring
Design and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
Implement monitoring, maintenance plans, and capacity planning
Collaborate with Data & Analytics, application, and infrastructure teams
Required Qualifications
8–10+ years of SQL Server database administration experience
Strong knowledge of high availability (AlwaysOn, clustering)
Expertise in performance tuning and query optimization
Experience with backup and recovery strategies
Strong understanding of database security and governance
Experience supporting enterprise-scale systems
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Azure data services (Azure SQL, Data Lake, Synapse, Fabric)
Experience supporting analytics and reporting platforms
Experience with ETL/data integration processes
Experience modernizing legacy database environments
Key Success Metrics
Improved database performance and stability
Reduction in downtime and incidents
Standardized backup and maintenance processes
Improved data quality and availability
Increased scalability for future growth
Position Impact
Stabilizes and modernizes AAON’s core database environment
Improves data reliability for operations and analytics
Supports enterprise data platform and analytics strategy
Enables scalable and governed data infrastructure