SQL Database Administrator

Do you enjoy being part of a successful team?

Do you like working in collaborative teams and solving technical problems?

Baker Hughes is the first and only comprehensive provider of digital oilfield products, services, and solutions. Drawing inspiration from its rich heritage as an inventor company, Baker Hughes harnesses the passion and expertise of its people to improve productivity throughout the entire oil and gas value chain.

Partner with the best

As a SQL Database Administrator, you will be responsible for:

• Utilizing shell scripting and PowerShell to automate SQL Server administration tasks, including backup processes, performance monitoring, and routine maintenance activities
• Implementing and managing cloud DevOps automation tools and pipelines to streamline database deployments, updates, and infrastructure management in cloud environments
• Working with database and application teams to design database architectures and develop a robust support model, ensuring alignment with application requirements and business goals
• Overseeing and managing SQL Server licensing, ensuring compliance with vendor agreements and optimizing license usage to meet organizational needs and budgetary constraints
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining SQL Server instances, including SQL Server clustering, replication, and Always On
• Monitoring database performance, implement performance tuning, and optimize SQL queries
• Planning and executing database backups, restoration, and disaster recovery plans
• Implementing and managing database security (user roles, permissions, data encryption)
• Ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements regarding data security and privacy
• Planning and executing data migrations, including version upgrades and data conversions
• Implementing and managing data integration solutions using SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) or similar ETL tools
• Maintaining comprehensive documentation of database configurations, procedures, and policies
• Generating and analyzing reports on database performance, usage, and issues

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or “STEM” Majors (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math).
• A minimum 7-8 years of professional working experience.
• Proven experience with SQL Server versions [2016 & above], in supporting high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions, including clustering, replication, and Always On Availability Groups
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server architecture, including installation, configuration, and maintenance
• Expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting database issues
• Proficiency in T-SQL scripting and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
• Experience with backup and recovery strategies, as well as security management (roles, permissions, encryption)
• Familiarity with PowerShell and shell scripting for automation
• Knowledge of cloud-based SQL solutions (eg, Azure SQL Database)
• Understanding of DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines for database deployment
• Have fluent English, Portuguese and Spanish are desirable.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
• This position is 100% remote
• Be able to visit our office when necessary, whether in Rio de Janeiro, Macaé or Mexico.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we must push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input. Join us, and you can expect:

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits

About Us

With operations in over 120 countries, we provide better solutions for our customers and richer opportunities for our people. As a leading partner to the energy industry, we're committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and we're always looking for the right people to help us get there. People who are as passionate as we are about making energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with a global reach and exciting services and clients? Come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!