SQL DBA II

Title: SQL DBA II
Location: Houston, TX 77002 (ONSITE)
Duration: Contract to Hire
Work Requirements: , Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.


Job Description: 
We are seeking a highly skilled Microsoft SQL DBA (with Open-Source DB experience) with proven experience in enterprise‐scale environments across both on‐premises and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL Server along with hands‐on experience supporting widely used open‐source databases such as PostgreSQL or MongoDB, plus exposure to any other additional database technologies. This role will assist with installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support of SQL Server environments across both production and non-production systems in a fast-paced enterprise environment. Experience working with virtualized infrastructure, cloud technologies (Azure, AWS), and DevOps automation is critical.

Key Responsibilities
Database Administration & Operations

• Manage SQL Server databases across development, test, production, and DR environments.
• Install, configure, patch, upgrade, and maintain SQL Server instances following established standards and documentation.
• Administer and support PostgreSQL environments; exposure to additional RDBMS platforms is a plus.
• Perform and validate database backups, restores, disaster recovery tests, and capacity/performance monitoring.
• Performance, Troubleshooting & High Availability
• Troubleshoot SQL Server issues including performance, blocking, connectivity, integrity, and HA configuration issues.
• Support Always-On Availability Groups, failover clustering, Distributed Availability Groups, and related HA/DR technologies.
• Work with Infrastructure and Application teams to ensure database reliability, security, performance, and recoverability.

• Develop and maintain automation using T‐SQL, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, or similar technologies.
• Create and maintain administrative scripts for maintenance, monitoring, and operational workflows.

• Support database deployments across Azure and AWS environments.
• Participate in DevOps pipelines, CI/CD processes, and database automation initiatives
• Operational Support & Collaboration
• Work within a ticketing system to manage incidents, service requests, and change requests.
• Provide real‐time support for deployments, production issues, and urgent operational tasks.
• Contribute to database standards, architecture discussions, and continuous improvement opportunities.

• 5+ years of hands‐on experience as a SQL Server DBA.
• Strong expertise with SQL Server 2016–2022; SQL Server 2025 experience is a plus.
• Direct hands‐on experience managing PostgreSQL or MongoDB within production environments.
• Experience with Azure and AWS database services and cloud administration.
• Proficiency with HA technologies including Always-On AGs and Distributed Availability Groups.
• Experience with SQL Server in virtualized ecosystems (VMware); Zerto familiarity is a plus.
• Strong scripting skills: T‐SQL, PowerShell; exposure to Python/Ansible preferred.

• Experience working in SOX‐compliant or regulated environments.
• DevOps or automation‐focused background.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications with high‐transaction workloads.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Idera, Dynatrace, Grafana, etc.).
• Experience with other open‐source database platforms beyond PostgreSQL or MongoDB
• Experience with specialized cloud databases such as Snowflake is preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues to technical and non‐technical audiences.
• Collaborative, customer‐focused mindset with strong problem‐solving abilities.
• Demonstrated professionalism, integrity, ownership, and ability to meet deadlines.

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• …and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.