Pour obtenir une traduction en français de l’offre d’emploi suivante, veuillez envoyer un courriel à careers@ontariohealth.ca. Les demandes seront traitées dans un délai de trois jours ouvrables et la période de dépôt des demandes sera prolongée de trois jours. To obtain a French translation of the following job posting, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca. Requests will be addressed within three business days, and the application window will be extended by three business days. At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province. Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all. Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value. How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care. What Ontario Health offers: Achieving your career goals is a priority to us. Benefits of working at Ontario Health may include the following based on employment type: Fully paid medical, dental and vision coverage from your first day a health care spending or wellness spending account a premium defined benefit pension plan three personal days and two float days annually three weeks’ vacation to start (for individual contributors), increasing to four weeks after two years career development opportunities a collaborative values-based team culture a wellness program a hybrid working model participation in Communities of Inclusion Want to make a difference in your career? Consider this opportunity. The Azure SQL Server DBA (Data Engineer II) is responsible for the design, development, administration, and support of SQL Server databases and related data platforms. This includes building and maintaining schemas, stored procedures, ETL processes, archival routines, and performance optimization. The role also involves monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring high availability, security, and disaster recovery of SQL Server environments both on-premises and in Azure. The DBA will gather and review requirements, lead solution design, implement efficient and scalable database solutions, and proactively identify risks, performance issues, and potential impacts. The position also supports testing, productization, and release processes. Here is what you will need to be successful Provides mentoring and technical guidance to junior Data Engineers on engineering practices and problem-solving. Shares insights on design decisions and business requirements to support implementation clarity. Ensures timely and consistent execution of work assignments. Owns tasks, initiatives, and service quality within assigned scope. Recommends and leads improvements to engineering practices that enhance team efficiency. Collaborates with product teams to suggest features that improve user experience and maintainability. Operates independently within defined project scope, guided by Lead Engineers and Product Managers. Aligns work with broader roadmaps, stays current with evolving technologies, and engages with cross-portfolio stakeholders when needed. Education and Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or related field or equivalent experience. 5–7 years of hands-on experience administering and managing SQL Server databases in on-premises and Azure environments. In-depth knowledge of software development and software development Life Cycle (SDLC). Strong expertise in SQL Server installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades.In-depth knowledge of data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques. Proven experience with high availability (Always On, Failover Clustering), disaster recovery, and backup/restore strategies.Strong knowledge of relevant data query languages (e.g., SQL, KQL, etc.). Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar). Strong operational knowledge of Azure SQL Database, Azure Managed Instance, and related Azure data services. Strong knowledge of database security, encryption, auditing, and compliance best practices. In-depth knowledge of relevant data manipulation techniques. Strong knowledge of data analytics techniques. Strong knowledge of data processing platforms (Spark, ADF, etc.). In-depth knowledge of database design using relational, document, object, big data, tabular, and other platform types. Strong operational knowledge of relevant data platforms in on-premises environments and cloud platforms. Excellent knowledge of best practices related to product deployment, operations, and support of databases and pipelines. Excellent knowledge of data security and data protection mechanisms. Strong knowledge and understanding of data management authorities and legislation relevant to health care in Ontario. Knowledge and Skills Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills to mentor staff, convey technical direction, incorporate stakeholder feedback, and document data processes. Applies advanced debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills to gather requirements, optimize data pipelines, and assess solution impacts and risks. Utilizes modern tools and platforms to build and maintain on-premises and cloud-based data systems aligned with business and architectural needs. Conducts quality assurance testing, validates data integrity, and performs risk assessments to ensure reliable data operations. Implements data security and protection mechanisms, and develops control documentation and run books to support product operations. Designs and develops complex, scalable, multi-platform data environments and architectures, including entity relationships and transformation solutions. Collaborates across teams—including product, IT Operations, Cloud Centre of Excellence, Architecture, and Security—to deliver secure and efficient data services. Maintains deep knowledge of data engineering technologies, communicates clearly across teams, and makes high-impact decisions with emotional intelligence and stakeholder awareness. Location: Ontario Ontario Health supports a hybrid work environment and has office locations across the province. We welcome applications from candidates residing anywhere in the province of Ontario. #LN-AH1 #LI-Hybrid Employment Type: Permanent Full time Contract Length: N/A Salary Band: Band 6 External Application Deadline Date: October 7, 2025 All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health. Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities. Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please email careers@ontariohealth.ca and a member of the team will connect with you within 48 hours. Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match. Ontario Health is the provincial agency responsible for ensuring Ontarians receive high-quality health care services where and when they need them. Since it was established in June 2019, Ontario Health has brought together the strengths of many existing health care organizations to work together to build a better health care system for all Ontarians. Building on the expertise and knowledge of our people, we are committed to applying the best of what we collectively do, and in partnership with others, to transform the health system and improve the quality and delivery of care for patients, families, and health care providers.
