Job Description :

Job Title: Microsoft SQL DBA

Location: 100% onsite (Houston, Texas)

Duration: 6 months

Responsibilities:

Must Haves

  • 8 plus years of experience in SQL database administration
  • Able to write/manage scripts in TSQL, PowerShell, DOS batch
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022

Nice to Haves:

  • Capacity to discuss and implement operational automation using PowerShell, Python, Ansible or other scripting languages
  • Experience in HA/Failover technologies
  • Experience with DevOps and Cloud Platforms

Responsibilities:

  • Management of SQL databases in non-production and production environments.
  • Able to write/manage scripts in TSQL, PowerShell, DOS batch.
  • Ability to work within the confines of a ticketing system.
  • Able to assist on any database issues regarding application deployments/changes/functionality in real time environments.
  • Support DevOps related database pipelines and Cloud database initiatives.
  • Resolve database integrity, performance, blocking, connectivity, and high availability issues.
  • Database backup/recovery and capacity monitoring.

Qualifications:

  • 8 plus years of experience in SQL database administration.
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022.
  • Experience with other database RDBMs for example Postgres, Redis, Mongo
  • Experience in HA/Failover technologies
  • Capacity to discuss and implement operational automation using PowerShell, Python, Ansible or other scripting languages.
  • Experience with DevOps and Cloud Platforms.
  • Excellent customer support and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong focus on achieving goals.
  • Stongwritten and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.