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Intern Cloud Database Engineer Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

SQL DBA

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$48.75 - $61/hr

Online Database Support Engineer / DBA - Key Responsibilities * Manage and administer Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud environments. * Ensure database ...

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Senior Data Engineer

Des Moines, IA · Hybrid

$103K - $140K/yr

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Collaborating with our database administration team and cross-functional partners, you'll help ... Requirements * 7+ years of cloud platform environment experience * Bachelor's degree in Technology ...

Google Senior Data Engineer

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$94K - $266K/yr

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As part of Accenture Cloud First and the Accenture Google Business Group (AGBG), we deliver ... You Are A hands-on Engineer with foundational experience in Data Engineering, Analytics, or Machine ...

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Database Associate

Mason City, IA · On-site

$57K - $71K/yr

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Collaborate with DBAs, developers, and application teams to support database-related tasks ... Familiarity with cloud databases (GCP, AWS, Azure) is a plus. * Relevant certifications are a plus.

Database Associate

Ankeny, IA · On-site

$57K - $71K/yr

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Collaborate with DBAs, developers, and application teams to support database-related tasks ... Familiarity with cloud databases (GCP, AWS, Azure) is a plus. * Relevant certifications are a plus.

Manager, IT - DBA

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

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Own the operational health of enterprise database platforms across on-premises and cloud ... Use Azure DevOps (ADO) to create, prioritize, assign, and maintain work items for service requests ...

Lead Platform Reliability Engineer

West Des Moines, IA

$100K - $126K/yr

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... Cloud, Observability Tools). The expectation is that this engineer will elevate themselves in ... Serve as the reliability engineering expert for your primary domain (Network, Middleware, Database ...

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What is the difference between Intern Cloud Database Engineer vs Cloud Database Administrator?

AspectIntern Cloud Database EngineerCloud Database Administrator
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of relevant degree programs, basic certificationsProfessional certifications like AWS Certified Database - Specialty, experience preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, learning-focused, entry-level tasksFull-time or part-time role, operational responsibilities in cloud environments
Employer & IndustryTech companies, startups, cloud service providersOrganizations using cloud databases, IT departments, cloud service providers
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles, learning opportunitiesOperational responsibilities, career advancement in cloud database management

The main difference between an Intern Cloud Database Engineer and a Cloud Database Administrator lies in experience, responsibilities, and career stage. Interns are typically students or recent graduates gaining foundational knowledge, while Cloud Database Administrators are more experienced professionals managing cloud database operations. Both roles are essential in cloud data management but serve different purposes within organizations.

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Job description

We are looking for Database Engineer (SQL Server DBA) for a long-term contract opportunity based out in Des Moines, IA / Hybrid / Onsite. If interested, please fill the below skills summary and send along with your updated resume to move on to next step.

Job Description

Database Administration & Operations

  • Manage and support SQL Server databases across Development, Test, UAT, and Production environments.
  • Perform database code, schema, and object migrations in compliance with established change management procedures.
  • Execute daily operational health checks, backup verification, job monitoring, database consistency checks, and capacity reviews.
  • Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and maintain SQL Server instances while minimizing business disruption.
  • Manage database storage, growth, capacity planning, and lifecycle management activities.

Performance Management & Optimization

  • Monitor database and server performance, proactively identifying and resolving CPU, memory, I/O, storage, locking, blocking, and resource contention issues.
  • Perform advanced performance tuning using:
    • SQL Profiler/Query Store/Execution Plans/Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)/Extended Events/Performance Monitor (PerfMon)
  • Optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, indexes, database objects, and execution plans to improve application performance and reduce response times.
  • Establish performance baselines and implement proactive monitoring strategies.

Database Architecture & Engineering

  • Design, architect, and implement scalable, secure, and highly available SQL Server environments.
  • Collaborate with Infrastructure, Server, Storage, Network, and Application teams to develop robust database platforms.
  • Review database deployments and migration requests to ensure compliance with security, performance, scalability, and infrastructure standards.
  • Participate in enterprise database modernization and cloud transformation initiatives.

High Availability & Disaster Recovery

  • Implement and manage SQL Server HA/DR solutions, including:
    • Always On Availability Groups/Failover Clustering/Log Shipping/Replication/Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Develop, maintain, and test database backup, recovery, and business continuity procedures.
  • Conduct periodic restore testing and disaster recovery exercises.

Security & Compliance

  • Manage database security through user provisioning, role management, permissions, and access controls.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational security policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Conduct database security reviews and remediate vulnerabilities and risks.

Migration, Upgrades & Automation

  • Lead database migrations, refreshes, cloning activities, platform upgrades, cloud migrations, and consolidation initiatives.
  • Automate routine DBA tasks using:
    • PowerShell/T-SQL/SQL Server Agent Jobs/Automation Frameworks
  • Develop scripts, utilities, and monitoring solutions to improve operational efficiency and reliability.

Incident & Production Support

  • Provide 24x7 support for critical production databases and applications.
  • Troubleshoot database-related incidents and service disruptions.
  • Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement preventive measures.
  • Work closely with application, infrastructure, and vendor teams to ensure SLA compliance and service availability.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

  • Strong administration experience with:
    • Microsoft SQL Server 2016/2019/2022 and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
  • Expertise in:
    • T-SQL Development/Performance Tuning/Index Optimization/Query Optimization/Database Design
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Always On Availability Groups/Clustering/Replication/Log Shipping
  • Experience with backup and recovery strategies and tools.
  • Strong understanding of database security, compliance, and auditing.
  • Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation.
  • Knowledge of Windows Server administration and infrastructure concepts.

Cloud & Modern Platform Exposure (Preferred)

  • Azure SQL Database
  • Azure Managed Instance
  • AWS RDS SQL Server
  • Cloud migration tools and methodologies

Experience Range: 7-12+ Years