SQL Database Administrator

SQL Database Administrator

100% Remote - CT or ET Business Hours

6 Month Contract with Potential for Extension

**Unable to do C2C or Provide Sponsorship**

Job Description

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• 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)

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH BROOKSOURCE:

• Direct communication with the hiring manager, which allows us to move candidates through the interview process faster.
• Dedication to keep an open line of communication and provide full transparency.

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.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.