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# MS SQL & Cloud Database Administrator

- **Company:** Stellar Professionals
- **Location:** Mechanicsville, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Cluster Analysis, Software Debugging, Microsoft SQL Server, Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, SQL Server Analysis Services, Transact-SQL, System Availability, Snowflake, Databricks
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us682f9e88f5503cdeee78908d3b1c25db

## About the Role

Core SQL Administration: 2+ years of experience with MS SQL Server (including 2019/2022/2025+), SQL clustering, mirroring, high availability, installation, upgrades, patching, and migrations.
Performance & Querying: Performance tuning of large databases and expert-level Transact-SQL (T-SQL) writing/debugging.
Cloud & Modern Data: 1+ years with Azure Cloud, Snowflake, or Databricks (certifications accepted).
BI Stack & OS: Exposure to SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, and OS scripting utilities on Windows platforms. Key Requirements
Required: At least 2 years in MS SQL Server DB Management, 1 year in SQL Server Tuning, and 1 year in T-SQL coding/debugging.
Nice-to-Have: 1 year in Azure Cloud, Snowflake, Databricks, or BI stack (SSIS/SSRS/SSAS).
Education: Bachelor's degree in CS, IT, or equivalent experience.
Clearance: Candidates must pass a fingerprint-based background check.