Database Administrator

TEKsystems has a client that is seeking a Database Administrator for a hybrid role:

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
• Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, configuration, and ongoing maintenance across on premises and cloud platforms.
• Monitor database performance and proactively identify tuning opportunities, indexing strategies, and optimization improvements.
• Support development and application teams with database design, query optimization, stored procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Manage backup and recovery strategies, including disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Implement and maintain security controls, user access, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to support enterprise data initiatives.
• Assist in the adoption and integration of Cosmos DB and Redis for caching, distributed data, and high performance workloads.
• Document database environments, processes, standards, and operational procedures. Participate in on call rotation and provide advanced

Skills:

• 5-7 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration.
• 5-7 years of experience with Azure SQL, including performance tuning, monitoring, and cloud-based database management.
• Strong understanding of database architecture, indexing, query execution plans, and performance troubleshooting.
• Experience with backup/restore strategies, high availability (HA), and disaster recovery (DR) solutions.
• Proficiency with T SQL, scripting, and automation for database operations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex database issues in production environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.
• Preferred / Nice-to-Have:1-3 years experience with Cosmos DB (1-2 years still considered valuable).
• 1-3 years experience with Redis as a caching platform with optional persistence (1-2 years still considered valuable).
• Familiarity with cloud-native database patterns, distributed systems, and modern data architectures.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale applications and high-volume transactional systems.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Jackson, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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 Jackson,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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.