SQL DBA

Enjoy problem-solving, need a venue to display your creativity, and emerging technologies pique your interest; if so, Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC is for you. As a multi-disciplined leader, you understand the gifts that set you apart from everyone else. Demonstrate innovative solutions to our clients. Join Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC today.

Responsibilities

The SQL Database Administrator will support Barrow Wise's State of Illinois Managed Data Services project and perform the following duties:

• Install, configure, and maintain cutting-edge database management systems utilizing Azure and SQL Server 2025, ensuring they are robust and reliable.
• Navigate the complexities of database migrations, where your expertise will ensure data integrity and availability every step of the way.
• Craft and implement innovative backup and recovery strategies that truly protect our valuable data assets.
• Monitor and optimize database performance, unlocking maximum efficiency that supports our dynamic application needs.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to design and enhance database schemas that not only meet but also exceed application requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database issues with creative solutions, turning challenges into opportunities.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation that serves as a roadmap for our database systems and processes.
• Stay ahead of the curve by recommending industry best practices and exploring emerging technologies in the realm of database management.
• Provide top-notch Solution Architecture and guidance throughout projects, from the creation of database designs to the final delivery, ensuring quality and excellence.
• Uphold and promote ITIL version 4 Best Practices, ensuring we're aligned with the highest industry standards.
• Analyze trends to anticipate future needs and trends, meticulously document license requirements, and strategically plan for capacity needs.
• Work remotely, or in Chicago, IL/Rockville, MD
  
  

An Ideal Candidate Has The Following

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's degree
• Microsoft Certification: Azure Database Administrator Associate, Preferred
• Five (5) years of professional experience as a SQL Server Application DBA with MS SQL Server 2014 and up.
• Five (5) years of experience with 24x7 support, managing support queues, and meeting SLA's.
• Five (5) years of experience in reporting services; Microsoft Reporting Services and Business Objects.
• Five (5) years of experience in database design principles in a data warehousing environment, including database logical and physical design.
• Five (5) years of experience with SQL database performing tuning, creation of the right indexing strategy to meet data growth needs, and performance monitoring and query optimization using SQL Profiler.
• Five (5) years of experience in providing code reviews, tuning feedback, and monitoring the team.
• Five (5) years of experience in effectively communicating and documenting technical information
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  
  

Join the team at Barrow Wise Consulting, LLC for a fulfilling and engaging experience! Our team is dedicated to providing innovative solutions to our clients in an ethical and diverse work environment. We offer competitive compensation packages, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement. Barrow Wise is an equal-opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LBGT are welcome to apply.

Our employees stand behind Barrow Wise's core values of integrity, quality, innovation, and diversity. We are confident that Barrow Wise's core values, business model, and team focus create positive career paths for our employees. Barrow Wise will continue to lead the industry in delivering new solutions to clients and persevere until the client is overjoyed.

Salary: $80000 - $150000 per year

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