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TEKsystems has a client that is seeking a Database Administrator for a hybrid role:

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL environments to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
• Perform database installations, upgrades, patching, configuration, and ongoing maintenance across on premises and cloud platforms.
• Monitor database performance and proactively identify tuning opportunities, indexing strategies, and optimization improvements.
• Support development and application teams with database design, query optimization, stored procedures, and troubleshooting.
• Manage backup and recovery strategies, including disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Implement and maintain security controls, user access, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to support enterprise data initiatives.
• Assist in the adoption and integration of Cosmos DB and Redis for caching, distributed data, and high performance workloads.
• Document database environments, processes, standards, and operational procedures. Participate in on call rotation and provide advanced

Skills:

• 5–7 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration.
• 5–7 years of experience with Azure SQL, including performance tuning, monitoring, and cloud-based database management.
• Strong understanding of database architecture, indexing, query execution plans, and performance troubleshooting.
• Experience with backup/restore strategies, high availability (HA), and disaster recovery (DR) solutions.
• Proficiency with T SQL, scripting, and automation for database operations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex database issues in production environments.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid team environment.
• Preferred / Nice-to-Have:1–3 years experience with Cosmos DB (1–2 years still considered valuable).
• 1–3 years experience with Redis as a caching platform with optional persistence (1–2 years still considered valuable).
• Familiarity with cloud-native database patterns, distributed systems, and modern data architectures.
• Experience supporting enterprise-scale applications and high-volume transactional systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Jackson, MI.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $65.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Jackson,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 2026.

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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.

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