Location: Charlotte, NC
Salary: $53.00 USD Hourly - $57.00 USD Hourly
Description: Database Engineer (SQL Server / Always On / SSIS Administration)We are not accepting C2C or 1099 arrangements.Location: Charlotte, NC (Brevard)
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
Employment Type: Contract
Visa Sponsorship: Not available. No visa transfers.
On-Call Requirement: Participation in an on-call rotation required.
About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced
Database Engineer to support critical enterprise database platforms and data integration services within a large-scale banking environment. This role focuses on the administration, support, maintenance, and optimization of Microsoft SQL Server platforms, with a strong emphasis on
Always On Availability Groups,
SSIS administration, and operational database support.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise managing highly available SQL Server environments, supporting enterprise reporting and analytics platforms, and delivering database solutions that meet performance, security, scalability, and reliability requirements.
This is not a database development role. Candidates should have strong experience in
database administration (DBA) and
SSIS platform support, rather than application or ETL development.
Key Responsibilities- Administer and support Microsoft SQL Server environments across development, testing, and production platforms.
- Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Always On Availability Groups in SQL Server 2019 and 2022 environments.
- Provide operational support for SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and SSISDB administration.
- Analyze and resolve database-related incidents, service requests, problem tickets, and root cause investigations.
- Support database infrastructure initiatives that improve system reliability, scalability, performance, and security.
- Partner with technology teams and business stakeholders to deliver database solutions aligned with documented business and technical requirements.
- Assist with database deployments, upgrades, configuration changes, and environment maintenance activities.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge base articles.
- Participate in production support activities, including scheduled on-call rotations.
- Ensure compliance with enterprise data management standards, governance policies, and operational best practices.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and support teams to enhance the strategic use of enterprise data services.
Minimum Qualifications- 4+ years of experience in Database Engineering, Database Administration, or equivalent technical experience.
- 4+ years of hands-on experience with:
- Microsoft SQL Server
- SQL Server Always On Availability Groups
- SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
- SSISDB administration and support
- Strong experience administering enterprise SQL Server environments.
- Experience troubleshooting performance, availability, and operational issues in production systems.
- Ability to support database platforms across multiple SDLC environments.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with ServiceNow.
- Experience with AutoSys job scheduling and automation.
- Familiarity with enterprise change management and production support processes.
- Experience supporting analytics and operational reporting platforms within regulated environments.
Top RequirementsMust-Have Skills- SQL Server Administration (DBA)
- Always On Availability Groups
- SSIS Administration & Support (Not ETL Development)
- Database Engineering & Production Support
- Root Cause Analysis & Incident Management
Nice-to-Have Skills Why Join This TeamThis opportunity offers the chance to work on mission-critical database platforms supporting enterprise-scale banking operations. You'll be part of a team focused on high availability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement while working with modern Microsoft SQL Server technologies in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
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