Description
We are seeking a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to join our Database Operations team. This role is responsible for the operational management, performance, reliability, and availability of enterprise database platforms, with growing involvement in database DevOps initiatives.
This is the second DBA on the database operations team and will work closely with database developers, application teams, and infrastructure partners. The ideal candidate is collaborative, proactive, and excited to learn and help shape evolving database practices.
Skills
Database administrator, Azure, Database management, Postgresql, Sql Server
Top Skills Details
Database administrator,Azure,Database management,Postgresql,Sql
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Primary Responsibilities
Administer and support enterprise databases once deployed to production
Ensure database performance, security, availability, and reliability
Manage:
Backups and restores
Job scheduling and monitoring
High availability & disaster recovery
Production support and troubleshooting
Assist with database design troubleshooting and stored procedure optimization
Partner closely with Database Development and Application teams
Participate in database DevOps efforts, including schema/version management
Help define and clarify operational vs. development responsibilities across teams
Support both project-based and operational initiatives
Technical Environment
Core Technologies (Primary):
Microsoft SQL Server
PostgreSQL
Additional / Secondary Technologies:
Azure SQL & PostgreSQL
Azure Cosmos DB
MongoDB (limited exposure)
Databricks (handled by a separate data team)
DevOps / Tools:
CI/CD pipelines for databases
Flyway (recently selected and rolling out)
Experience preferred, not required
Liquibase or similar tools considered relevant experience
Key Skill Priorities
Strong hands-on experience as a Senior DBA (SQL Server & PostgreSQL)
Solid understanding of:
Database infrastructure
HA/DR
Performance tuning
Monitoring and automation
Familiarity with DevOps concepts as they apply to databases
Interest in learning and implementing new tools (e.g., Flyway)
On-prem and cloud database experience (Azure preferred)
Soft Skills & Cultural Fit
Collaborative and team-oriented
Comfortable working across teams and disciplines
Proactive, takes initiative, and identifies improvements
Willing to jump in and help where needed
Not task-only focused-this role values ownership and long-term mindset
Strong communication skills
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Mill, SC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Fort Mill,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 101054TS
- Position Id: JP-006008753
- Posted 15 hours ago
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