Database Administrator (Hybrid) - Location: Trenton, NJ (In-person) - Only locals with Valid DL copy.

Overview

Hybrid
Up to $90
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

Sr. Database Administrator
Database Administrator
SQL Server Migration DBA
SQL Server administration
database migrations
T-SQL scripting
backup and restore
Always On
Log Shipping
Data Migration Assistant
SSMS
SSIS
SSRS
SQL Profiler
SQL Server jobs
indexes
users/roles
performance plans
on-premises environments
hybrid environments
cloud migrations
Azure SQL
AWS RDS for SQL Server
performance tuning
troubleshooting
high availability
disaster recovery
security compliance
technical documentation
communication skills
team collaboration.

Job Details

Job Title: Database Administrator Hybrid
Location: Trenton, NJ
Job Type: Contract (Long Term).

Job Description:

We are seeking a Mid-Level SQL Server Migration DBA to support the planning, execution, and validation of database migrations. This role requires hands-on experience with SQL Server administration and the use of migration tools across multiple versions and hybrid (on-prem/cloud) platforms.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in database management, particularly in SQL Server environments, and a keen ability to work within team-based, enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess and document existing SQL Server environments.
  • Support database migration efforts including scripting, data transfers, backup/restore, and validation.
  • Perform routine health checks and troubleshoot issues before, during, and after migrations.
  • Collaborate with senior DBAs, infrastructure teams, and application developers.
  • Execute test migrations and assist with performance tuning and optimization.
  • Ensure data integrity, security, and minimal impact to applications throughout migration.
  • Support high availability, disaster recovery, and security compliance processes.
  • Maintain technical documentation and assist in post-migration incident resolution.

Desired Skills:

  • Strong communication and documentation skills.
  • Team-oriented with a willingness to learn.
  • Ability to follow direction and show initiative.

Required/Desired Technical Skills:

Skill Area

SQL Server administration and support (2012 and newer)

SQL Server migration tools and processes (e.g., Data Migration Assistant, backup/restore, Always On, Log Shipping)

T-SQL and scripting for automation

Knowledge of SQL Server components (jobs, indexes, users/roles, performance plans)

Experience with on-premises and/or hybrid SQL environments

Familiarity with SQL Server tools: SSMS, SSIS, SSRS, SQL Profiler

Database migration techniques (e.g., Backup/Restore, Log Shipping, Always On, etc.)

Experience with cloud migrations (e.g., Azure SQL, AWS RDS for SQL Server)

Troubleshooting and performance tuning

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