SQL Database Administrator

Job Title: Database Administrator I

Rate/Salary: 35/hr on w-2 (No C2C)

Schedule: Onsite to start.

Employment Type: Contract

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Database Administrator I to assist in the maintenance, optimization, and support of our database systems. This entry-level role offers the opportunity to grow your career in database administration, with hands-on exposure to database performance tuning, cloud technologies, and security best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the installation, configuration, and upgrading of database server software and related components.
• Monitor and maintain database performance, availability, and integrity.
• Perform routine tasks including backups, recovery, and performance tuning.
• Support the development and implementation of data models and database designs.
• Assist in monitoring and enforcing access controls and ensuring compliance with data privacy and security regulations.
• Contribute to the development of disaster recovery plans and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues as they arise.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems, reports, and workflows.
• Stay informed on industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Actively propose and implement improvements to database systems and related processes.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.

Work Experience:

• Required: Some experience (internships, coursework, or early career roles) in database administration or analysis.
• Desired: Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• Foundational understanding of database systems such as SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL.
• Proficiency in SQL and query development.
• Familiarity with data modeling, database design, and normalization concepts.
• Basic knowledge of performance tuning and optimization techniques.
• Experience with tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Azure Data Studio, and SSIS packages.
• Knowledge of SQL job scheduling and monitoring.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to Power BI or similar BI tools.
• Hands-on experience with database backup and restore procedures.
• Familiarity with data warehousing tools like Snowflake or Redshift.
• Understanding of modern programming languages such as TypeScript, SQL, Python, or Go.
• Experience with open-source RDBMS and NoSQL databases.