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REMOTE SQL DBA (W2 Only)

Lensa
Houston, TX Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026
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Our client is searching for a SQL DBA for long-term contract position that can be worked remotely.

All candidates must work directly for TEKsystems on a W2 basis

This position may require some off hours work, but will rarely work over 40 hours per week. Some flexibility on the pay may be available.

Preferred Background

  • Strong Microsoft SQL Server experience
  • Migrations from SQL Servers and databases from 14, 16, 19 and 2022 versions
  • Troubleshooting database crashes and application slowness, rebuilding databases following an incident, and managing resource utilization
  • Experience with using indexes to increase database query performance
  • Experience consulting with users, programmers, and application vendors to identify needs, system capability, and determining requirements for database formats and application specifications
  • Experience working with MS SQL Servers in a VMware virtual server environment including the use of server snapshots
  • Experience creating and restoring SQL backups through Microsoft SQL Management Studio and CommVault backups
  • Experience with migrating SSIS and SSRS packages to 2019
  • MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications desirable
  • Experience with installing, managing, monitoring, and upgrading MySQL instances

All candidates must submit to a background check.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 2025.

h4>About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com

Salary : $45 - $55

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