SQL Server DBA

Location: Remote (but must reside in the Mechanicsville, VA area)

Employment Type: 8 Month Contract with extensions

Work Arrangement: 100% Remote

Interview Process: Phone or In-Person

Pay Rate: $55.00 to $56.00

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA / Cloud Database Administrator to support enterprise SQL Server databases, cloud environments, and critical business applications. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in SQL Server administration, T-SQL, performance tuning, high availability, and cloud database technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain SQL Server databases to ensure performance, security, and availability.
• Install, upgrade, patch, migrate, and troubleshoot SQL Server databases.
• Configure and support SQL clustering, mirroring, failover, and high-availability solutions.
• Write, debug, and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and database scripts.
• Perform database performance tuning and troubleshoot application connectivity issues.
• Support SQL Server 2019, 2022, and newer versions.
• Support cloud database environments, including Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks.
• Automate database maintenance using Windows scripting tools.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to resolve technical issues.
• Participate in rotating application and help desk support responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of Microsoft SQL Server database administration experience.
• 2+ years of SQL Server installation, upgrades, patching, and migrations.
• 1+ year of SQL Server performance tuning and T-SQL development.
• Experience with SQL clustering, mirroring, and high availability.
• Experience supporting large SQL Server databases in Windows environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure Cloud, Snowflake, or Databricks (1+ year or relevant certification).
• Experience with SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS.
• Knowledge of database design, data modeling, and automation.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications and cloud database environments.

Additional Requirements

• Must physically reside within the United States throughout the assignment.
• Must successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with technical teams.

Interested? Apply today with an updated resume highlighting your SQL Server administration, T-SQL, performance tuning, and cloud database experience.