SQL Database Administrator
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Job description
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Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server environments
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Monitor database performance, optimize queries, and tune indexes
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Perform backups, restorations, log shipping, and disaster recovery testing
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Configure and support high-availability systems such as AlwaysOn, clustering, or mirroring
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Manage database security including roles, permissions, encryption, and audits
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Troubleshoot database failures, corruption, long-running queries, and performance bottlenecks
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Support developers with schema changes, stored procedures, and data migrations
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Maintain documentation of schemas, configurations, and DR procedures
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Assist in ETL processes and reporting activities
Requirements
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3+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA
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Strong SQL/T-SQL skills including stored procedures and performance tuning
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Experience with SSMS, SQL Agent Jobs, SSRS, and SSIS
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Familiarity with high-availability database configurations
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Knowledge of indexing strategies, execution plans, and query optimization
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Understanding of backup strategies and disaster recovery planning
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Ability to troubleshoot deadlocks, blocking, and database performance issues
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Strong communication and documentation skills
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Experience with Azure SQL or cloud-based databases is a plus, All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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