SQL Server Database Administrator / Developer -The Woodlands Area, TX

  • Conroe, TX
  • Posted 3 hours ago | Updated moments ago

Overview

Remote
On Site
Hybrid
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 5+ mo(s)

Skills

PYTHON
POWERSHELL
POWER SHELL
SQL SERVER

Job Details

SQL Server Database Administrator / Developer - The Woodlands, TX

Location: On-site - The Woodlands, TX
Duration: 12+ months | Long-term

iSphere is on the hunt for a SQL Server Database Administrator / Developer who thrives on solving performance puzzles, automating what others do manually, and building database environments that just work.

You ll be supporting a modern SQL Server stack (2019 and beyond) in AWS, where uptime, performance, and precision aren t just checkboxes they re how success is measured. This is a role for someone who takes pride in building efficient, secure, and reliable database ecosystems while collaborating closely with developers, DevOps, and analytics teams.

What You ll Be Doing

Database Administration

  • Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server 2017+ across dev, staging, and production.

  • Monitor performance, resolve bottlenecks, and fine-tune indexing, partitioning, and storage.

  • Review and optimize backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies.

  • Strengthen database security, encryption, and access controls to meet compliance standards.

  • Plan and execute patches and service packs with minimal downtime.

Database Development

  • Design, develop, and maintain stored procedures, triggers, functions, and views to support mission-critical applications.

  • Collaborate with developers to improve query performance and schema design.

  • Build and maintain reporting databases and analytical data models.

  • Develop and support ETL pipelines to transform data between systems.

  • Participate in design reviews to ensure data integrity, scalability, and best practices.

Automation & DevOps Integration

  • Partner with DevOps to automate database deployments through AWS CodeBuild, Bitbucket Pipelines, or similar tools.

  • Develop scripts in PowerShell or Python for maintenance, schema management, and version control.

  • Integrate SQL Server management tasks into AWS CI/CD workflows to ensure consistent deployment and monitoring.

Server Maintenance & Collaboration

  • Manage SQL Server instances in AWS EC2 and RDS environments.

  • Conduct capacity planning and ensure performance consistency across systems.

  • Collaborate with developers, QA, and DevOps to streamline database operations.

  • Participate in sprint planning, troubleshoot production issues, and contribute to release readiness.

  • Support audits and compliance through meticulous documentation and security configuration.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

  • 5+ years of professional experience as a SQL Server DBA / Developer.

  • Proven expertise in SQL Server 2019+, AWS (RDS/EC2), and database tuning.

  • Strong T-SQL skills, including stored procedures, indexing, and query optimization.

  • Hands-on experience with ETL development (SSIS) and data transformation processes.

  • Automation experience with PowerShell or Python.

  • Familiarity with AWS CodeBuild, CloudFormation, and CI/CD integration.

  • Understanding of high availability, replication, and DR strategies.

  • Experience with reporting and data analytics environments.

  • Comfortable collaborating in Agile teams using Jira, Confluence, and other modern tools.

Why You ll Love Working with iSphere

At iSphere, we ve spent over 25 years connecting smart people with meaningful work. We value the human side of tech communication, collaboration, and good humor go a long way here. You ll be part of a team that takes pride in doing things right, learning continuously, and delivering for clients who trust us to bring our best.

If you re ready to build something that lasts and have a little fun doing it we d love to meet you.

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