Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)
Skills
SQL Server DBA
Job Details
Seeking a seasoned SQL Server DBA to manage the performance, security, and availability of enterprise-level SQL Server databases. The role involves installation, tuning, backup/recovery, and working closely with development and infrastructure teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server databases and instances
- Create and manage DB objects: tables, indexes, constraints
- Monitor performance, execute tuning, and optimize queries
- Implement and manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies
- Ensure security via access controls, roles, and audit policies
- Plan and execute upgrades and migrations
- Troubleshoot database issues: performance, corruption, connectivity
- Collaborate with development teams on DB schema and app support
- Maintain documentation of DB architecture and operations
- Support high availability setups, replication, and clustering
Requirements
- 8+ years of SQL Server DBA experience in enterprise environments
- Deep knowledge of database architecture, tuning, and optimization
- Strong understanding of HA/DR (Always On, replication, clustering)
- Proficiency in performance troubleshooting and query tuning
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
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