SQL Database Administrator

Brooksource
United States
2 months ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$124,800.0 - $135,200.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Cloud Database Databases Data Governance Data Integrity Extract Transform Load (ETL) Data Warehousing Database Security DevOps Failover Clustering Python (Programming Language) PostgreSQL Microsoft SQL Server
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SQL Azure MySQL Oracle (Applications) Performance Tuning Windows PowerShell SQL Stored Procedures SQL Databases Transact-SQL Scripting Database Optimization Database Performance Amazon Relational Database Service Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology SolarWinds (Software) Redgate Database Backup Database Monitoring Docker

Job description

· Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server database systems

· Monitor database performance and implement optimization strategies

· Develop and implement backup and recovery plans to ensure data integrity

· Manage database security, including user access controls and permissions

· Perform database upgrades, patches, and migrations

· Create and maintain documentation for database systems and processes

· Collaborate with development teams to design and implement database schemas

· Troubleshoot and resolve database issues in a timely manner

· Automate routine database maintenance tasks

· Ensure compliance with data governance and regulatory requirements

Requirements

Do you have experience in T-SQL?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented SQL Database Administrator to join our IT team. The SQL DBA will be responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of our organization’s SQL databases. This role involves ensuring database availability, capacity planning, installation, configuration, design, and migration of database systems, as well as troubleshooting any issues that arise., · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

· 3-5 years of experience as a SQL Database Administrator

· Strong knowledge of SQL Server (versions 2016-2022)

· Experience with database performance tuning and optimization

· Proficiency in T-SQL and stored procedure development

· Knowledge of database security best practices

· Experience with high availability solutions (Always On, Failover Clustering)

· Familiarity with database backup and recovery strategies

· Understanding of cloud database services (Azure SQL, AWS RDS)

· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

· Excellent communication and documentation abilities

· Ability to work independently and in a team environment

· SQL Server certification (preferred but not required)

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience with other database systems (Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

· Knowledge of ETL processes and data warehousing

· Experience with database automation tools and scripting (PowerShell, Python)

· Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

· Experience with database monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Redgate, etc.)

· Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), * How many years of experience do you have with T-SQL?

  • How many years of experience do you have with Performance Tuning?
  • How many years of experience do you have with SQL Server?
  • Do you now or in the future require any sponsorship?
  • Are you comfortable with the pay rate listed?

Benefits & conditions

3.73.7 out of 5 stars Remote $60 - $65 an hour - Contract, Pulled from the full job description

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account, Benefits & Perks: Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.

Pay Disclaimer: The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

About the company

Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.

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