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This role is fully remote and ideal for a senior DBA who values flexibility. Assignment Summary * Part‑time contract. * 12‑month engagement with strong potential for extension. * 100% remote ...

Remote Duration: 3-6 months Required: * Expertise to handle all DB2 DBA LUW activities, especially upgrades. * Hands-on experience DB2 installation and version upgrades on Windows. * Able to trouble ...

SQL Database Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site +1

$94K - $106K/yr

The SQL database administrator also supports database-related initiatives and firmwide systems ... This position is remote; however, candidates are expected to reside within approximately 1-2 hours ...

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How much do remote database jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote database in the United States is $53.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.51 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Database job?

A Remote Database job involves managing, maintaining, and optimizing databases from a remote location. Professionals in this role handle data security, performance tuning, backups, and troubleshooting without being physically present at the organization's site. Remote database administrators (DBAs) and developers use cloud-based tools and VPNs to access and manage databases securely. This job requires expertise in database management systems (DBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or MongoDB. It offers flexibility, but strong communication skills and reliable internet connectivity are essential for success.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks for a Remote Database role?

In a Remote Database position, your daily responsibilities often include monitoring database performance, running backups, managing user access, troubleshooting issues, and optimizing queries for efficiency. You may also be tasked with implementing security measures, applying updates and patches, and supporting data migration or integration projects. Collaboration with developers, IT support, and sometimes business analysts via virtual meetings and project management tools is common. This role requires proactive communication and strong documentation skills to ensure smooth workflows and maintain the reliability of critical data systems. By managing these key tasks, you help support an organization's digital infrastructure from anywhere.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Database position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Database professional, you should have strong skills in database management, SQL and/or NoSQL query languages, backup and recovery procedures, and relevant educational or certification backgrounds such as a degree in computer science or certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate. Familiarity with tools such as SQL Server Management Studio, Oracle, MongoDB, MySQL, and cloud database platforms is commonly required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong attention to detail, and self-motivation are important soft skills since the role is remote and often requires independent work. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring efficient database performance, data integrity, and success while collaborating virtually with technical teams.

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Infographic showing various Remote Database job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 32% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,489 per year, or $53.1 per hour.
Azure Database Administrator - SQL Server (remote)

Azure Database Administrator - SQL Server (remote)

SmartIPlace

Dallas, TX • Remote

$65 - $70/hr

Contractor

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Database Administrator – SQL Server – Azure

Job Title:        Database Administrator
Location:        Remote
Duration:        6 month contract for hire or long term contract

Skills Required:

  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing requirements
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Working experience as a SQL Server database administrator in Azure
  • Working experience creating and supporting Data Factory data pipelines, DataBricks workspaces, and security groups in Azure.
  • Working experience using DevOps CI/CD in Azure.
  • Review and rewrite high performance SQL queries using Joins, Cross Apply, Aggregate Queries, Merge, Pivot
  • Migrate Stored Procedures, Functions and Views
  • Review database designs to identify proper indexing and constraints
  • Perform SQL query tuning and performance optimization on complex inefficient queries
  • Provide guidance in the use of table variable, temporary table, CTE appropriately to deal with large datasets
  • Analyze complex queries for any deadlock resulting due to conflicts
  • Collaborate with other DBAs on database design and performance enhancements
  • Debug existing code and troubleshoot for issues
  • Keep up to date with the latest database features, techniques, and technologies.
  • Support current business applications including the implementation of bug fixes as needed
  • Able to multi-task and adapt to shifting priorities
  • Able to meet deadlines set in project planning
  • Effectively communicate progress through the project execution phase
  • Follow industry and company standard coding practices
  • Produce technical and application documentation
  • Test database process for future enhancements and bug fixes
  • Assist support analysts and developers with issues they are unable to resolve.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction by meeting customer needs in a courteous and timely manner
  • Understanding of backup and recovery
  • Understanding of best practices for performing and tuning
  • Worked in an environment with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline in DevOps.
  • Must have working experience managing SQL server databases in Azure using Azure portal (performance and tuning, backup and recovery, monitoring, and security)
  • Must have working experience in migrating SQL server on-prem databases to Azure.
  • Must have working experience with setting up and maintaining SQL Server databases with high availability options.
  • Must have Azure Cloud Experience, as well as On premises SQL server experience - (70-80% Azure / 20-30% On Premises)

 Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Work with a highly dynamic team focused towards Digital Transformation
  • Understand the domain and business processes to successfully perform SQL Server database administration tasks (project or maintenance related) in Azure.
  • Provide work status and coordinate with other Database administrators and developers.
  • Manage customer deliverables and regularly report the status via Weekly/Monthly reviews

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About Smart-iPlace

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SMART-iPLACE provides innovative staffing and consulting solutions that help our clients achieve their business objectives. We can understand and support all areas of your IT systems from back-end infrastructure to front-end personal productivity. Our goal is create innovative IT solutions that enable your business to be more agile and competitive.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

2021

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