Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is seeking an SQL Server Database Administrator to join our growing team in Plano, TX. How You Will Contribute: Collaborate with developers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure the database meets organizational needs. Install and configure SQL database systems. Create and modify database objects, including tables, views, functions and stored procedures. Implement and maintain regular database backups. Develop and test disaster recovery plans. Monitor database performance and identify bottlenecks. Optimize SQL queries and database configurations for improved efficiency. Implement database security measures to protect sensitive data. Manage user access and permissions, ensuring data confidentiality. Apply software patches and updates to maintain system stability. Perform routine database maintenance tasks, such as index optimization and data purging. Scale database systems as needed to accommodate growth. Set up monitoring tools to proactively detect and resolve database issues. Maintain documentation of database configurations, processes, procedures, & schema diagrams. Provide technical support and guidance to colleagues as needed. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve database-related issues. The ability to adapt to new technologies and keep up with industry trends and best practices. Efficiently manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines. Work within a DevOps environment or similar environment. Perform other duties as assigned. Licenses & Certifications: Microsoft Certified (preferred): Azure Database Administrator Associate Data Administrator Associate Azure Fundamentals Azure Solutions Architect Expert (for those responsible for designing Azure solutions) Oracle experience (preferred) Skills & Experience to be Successful: Bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology Four or more years of experience as a Database Administrator Ability to participate in daily meetings Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products Ability to work independently, with limited required direction and guidance. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, including various versions such as SQL Server and Azure SQL Database. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services related to SQL databases, such as Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Data Bricks, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Data Factory. Understanding of database design principles, normalization, denormalization, and SQL Query Plan Optimization. Proficiency in query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning to ensure optimal database performance. Strong knowledge of T-SQL for automating database tasks and maintenance. Knowledge of database backup and recovery strategies, with Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), including both on-premises and Azure-based solutions. Understanding of database security best practices, including role-based access control, encryption, and auditing. Experience with setting up and managing high availability solutions and disaster recovery solutions. Ability to use monitoring tools and troubleshoot database-related issues effectively. Understanding of cloud computing concepts and experience working with Azure services and resource management. Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. Recruiting Vendor Disclosure Statement Brown & Brown does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters, recruitment vendors or employment agencies ("Recruiting Vendors"). 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Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions. We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. 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