Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA)

Job Title :Senior SQL Database Administrator (DBA)
Job Type :  1099/C2C Contract 
Bill rate : $80/Hr on c2c 
Location : Remote 
Duration : 10 months 
Work Authorization: US-Citizen, H-1B, OPT-EAD, GC-EAD

• Designing and implementing HA/DR solutions (SQL Server Clustering, Always On Availability Groups)
• Performance tuning using SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and DMVs
• Developing complex T-SQL scripts for automation and administration
• Managing SQL Server upgrades, CUs, and SPs with minimal downtime
• Providing cross-platform support for MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL
• Maintaining legacy systems including Microsoft Access and Oracle PL/SQL
• Owning backup/recovery strategy and ensuring RPO/RTO targets are met
• Implementing security best practices (TDE, auditing, RBAC)
• Assisting with Azure migration or hybrid management

• 8+ years as a SQL Server DBA in an enterprise environment
• Deep expertise in SQL Server Clustering and Always On Availability Groups
• Advanced T-SQL scripting skills
• Proven HA/DR design and implementation experience
• Strong performance tuning capabilities
• Hands-on experience with MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL
• Experience with Microsoft Access and Oracle PL/SQL
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300) – Required

• MCSA/MCSE in SQL Server / Data Management
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates)
• PowerShell for database automation
• Third-party monitoring tools (Redgate, SolarWinds, Idera)
  
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer : We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.