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SHI

Database Administrator - SQL

$51.25 - $64/hr

Job Summary The Azure Cloud SQL Database Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day ... This is a remote managed services position requiring strong operational discipline, customer ...

Stellar IT Solutions LLC

SQL DBA

Saint Louis, MO · Remote

$40 - $45/hr

SQL Database Administrator 6-12+ Months contract Remote Responsible for the administration ... Azure SQL Server, and SQL Availability Groups - Experience working with Windows Server and Azure ...

The Timberline Group

SQL DBA

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

$48.50 - $60.75/hr

Plan and execute database migrations and upgrades, including transitioning on-premises databases to Azure cloud services. * Implement and manage SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Groups for high ...

Xforia, Inc.

DBA

Database Administrator (DBA) with expertise in Azure Data Factory and Azure SQL Databases. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud-based data management, ETL processes, and ...

Apex Informatics

Database Administrator

Remote Key Responsibilities: * Monitor and optimize database performance using tools such as ... Administer and tune Azure SQL databases (performance metrics, scaling, availability) * Partner with ...

Centstone

Database Architect

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$65.25 - $84/hr

Minnesota (Remote/Hybrid) Experiance : 8+ years We are seeking an experienced Azure Database ... Configure and optimize Azure SQL databases, Managed Instances, and Elastic Pools. * Monitor ...

Think Tank, Inc.

SQL Database Administrator

Brooklyn, NY · Remote

$54.25 - $68/hr

This is a remote position with occasional travel to onsite location in Brooklyn, NY *Applicants ... Proficiency in SQL Server 2016+ version, T-SQL performance tuning, SSIS, Azure Data Factory, and ET ...

Sarian, Inc.

Azure Data Technical Lead

$65 - $84.75/hr

Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure SQL Database. • Data Architecture: Strong understanding of data modelling, ETL processes, data warehousing ...

The Dignify Solutions, LLC

SQL DBA Engineer - Remote

$51.25 - $64/hr

The role involves extensive database administration, T-SQL tuning, and working with both on-prem and Azure environments. Responsibilities : • 8+ years of SQL Server database administration and ...

The Timberline Group

SQL Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

Plan and execute database migrations and upgrades, including transitioning on-premises databases to Azure cloud services. * Implement and manage SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Groups for high ...

REI Systems

Software Engineer (.Net)

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

Create and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, views, and database objects. * Troubleshoot and ... Experience with Git, Azure DevOps, and Agile methodologies. * Strong analytical, debugging, and ...

REI Systems

Database Developer (SQL)

Sterling, VA · On-site +1

Experience with Azure SQL/AWS database services. Python or scripting experience. Experience supporting AI/ML data workloads. Education : Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science ...

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Database Administrator - SQL

SHI

Remote

$51.25 - $64/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

About Us

Since 1989, SHI International Corp. has helped organizations change the world through technology. We've grown every year since, and today we're proud to be a $16 billion global provider of IT solutions and services.

Over 17,000 organizations worldwide rely on SHI's concierge approach to help them solve what's next.But the heartbeat of SHI is our employees - all 7,000 of them.If you join our team, you'll enjoy:

  • Our commitment to diversity, as the largest minority- and woman-owned enterprise in the U.S.

  • Continuous professional growth and leadership opportunities.

  • Health, wellness, and financial benefits to offer peace of mind to you and your family.

  • World-class facilities and the technology you need to thrive - in our offices or yours.

Job SummaryThe Azure Cloud SQL Database Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operational support, monitoring, maintenance, performance tuning, backup validation, and availability of production SQL database environments hosted in Microsoft Azure. This role has primary operational responsibility for Azure SQL Managed Instances and related Azure data services, with a focus on database performance, security, data synchronization, high availability, and disaster recovery in complex production environments. The Azure Cloud SQL Database Administrator partners closely with customers and internal engineering teams to ensure reliable and secure database operations.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience administering production SQL workloads in Azure, including Azure SQL Managed Instances, Azure Data Factory, Elastic Jobs, Azure analytics services, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Change Data Capture (CDC), and Azure SQL failover configurations. The candidate must be comfortable supporting high-volume transactional environments and collaborating directly with customers and engineering teams during incidents, maintenance activities, production changes, and disaster recovery events.
This is a remote managed services position requiring strong operational discipline, customer communication skills, and documentation practices. The role requires a dedicated home office and limited travel as needed.

Role Description

  • Administer, monitor, maintain, optimize, patch, and troubleshoot Azure SQL Managed Instances, SQL Server on Azure IaaS, and associated SQL workloads.

  • Monitor and troubleshoot database health, performance, connectivity, availability, replication, synchronization, storage growth, blocking, deadlocks, and transaction throughput.

  • Implement and maintain indexing, statistics, query tuning, and capacity management practices for high-volume transactional databases.

  • Administer and troubleshoot Azure Data Factory pipelines and integrations that interact with SQL platforms.

  • Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot Azure SQL Elastic Jobs.

  • Support Azure data platform technologies, including Azure analytics services, SSRS, SSAS, and SSIS.

  • Monitor and troubleshoot Change Data Capture (CDC), including supporting SQL Agent processes, retention behavior, latency, and downstream dependencies.

  • Configure, test, monitor, and troubleshoot Azure SQL failover groups, failover and failback operations, and replication for high-volume transactional workloads.

  • Perform planned maintenance, database deployments, schema changes, and production updates through established change control processes.

  • Develop operational documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), troubleshooting guides, and contribute to disaster recovery runbooks.

  • Lead or participate in managed services projects aligned with customer objectives.

  • Engage directly with customers through incident response, change requests, meetings, and status communications while maintaining accurate documentation and PSA system records, including weekly timesheet submissions.

  • Support audits, compliance initiatives, on-call rotations, and technical escalations.

Behaviors and Competencies

  • Communication: Effectively communicates complex ideas and information and adapts communication style to various audiences.

  • Time Management: Demonstrates effective time management skills while continually improving prioritization and deadline management.

  • Organization: Prioritizes daily responsibilities, manages workflow efficiently, and utilizes tools to track and complete work.

  • Interpersonal Skills: Builds professional relationships, communicates effectively, and resolves conflicts in moderately complex situations.

  • Adaptability: Adjusts to changing priorities, manages multiple tasks, and performs effectively in dynamic environments.

  • Judgment: Evaluates situations, identifies patterns and implications, and takes appropriate action based on analysis and experience.

  • Initiative: Identifies opportunities for improvement, proposes solutions, and takes action without direct instruction.

  • Collaboration: Actively participates in team discussions, values diverse perspectives, and works collaboratively to achieve shared goals.

  • Digital Acumen: Identifies opportunities to leverage digital tools and recommends technology-driven improvements.

  • Willingness to Learn: Actively seeks learning opportunities and applies new skills and knowledge to improve performance.

  • Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnoses complex technical issues, develops solutions, and independently drives resolution.


Skill Level Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent hands-on experience.

  • 3-5 years of experience supporting Microsoft SQL database environments, including at least 2-3 years administering production SQL workloads in Microsoft Azure. Managed services experience is preferred.

  • Experience supporting both Azure SQL Managed Instances and SQL Server deployed on Azure IaaS virtual machines.

  • Strong knowledge of:

    • Backup and restore strategies

    • High availability and disaster recovery (HA/DR)

    • Performance tuning and optimization

  • Experience supporting large or complex database environments with high transaction volumes and replication/synchronization workloads.

Technical Skills (SQL-Focused)

  • Microsoft Azure SQL administration and troubleshooting, including Azure SQL Managed Instances and SQL Server running on Azure IaaS virtual machines.

  • Azure SQL failover groups and high availability/disaster recovery (HA/DR) configurations.

  • Experience supporting Azure data platform services, including Azure Data Factory, Elastic Jobs, Azure Analytics Services, SSRS, SSAS, SSIS, and CDC.

  • Performance tuning and capacity planning for high-volume transactional databases.

  • Experience with version control tools such as Git, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.

  • Strong documentation and change control discipline.

Preferred Skill Level Requirements

  • Familiarity with IT Glue, Autotask, ServiceNow, and other documentation platforms.

  • Experience with automation or scripting related to database operations.

  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or database deployment automation.

Certifications

  • One or more database-related certifications, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

  • ITIL v3+ certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)

Other Requirements

  • Ability to travel up to 10% annually.

  • Participation in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours and holiday support.

  • Ability to meet utilization targets established by leadership.

  • Must successfully pass a CJIS background check upon hire and annually thereafter.

The estimated annual pay range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 which includes a base salary and bonus. The compensation for this position is dependent on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location and, therefore, will vary from individual to individual. Benefits may include, but are not limited to, medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending.

Equal Employment Opportunity - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

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