SQL Database Administrator

$83,200 - $87,360/Yr

Volto Consulting - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

About the position

The SQL Database Administrator at Volto Consulting is responsible for managing and operating Microsoft SQL Server database instances, optimizing configurations, performing backups and restores, and developing automation scripts. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while providing excellent customer service. The position involves working with various database technologies and cloud services, ensuring database security and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate Microsoft SQL Server database instances.
• Optimize configuration settings for performance.
• Perform database backups and restores.
• Develop and run optimization tasks.
• Compose automation scripts for repetitive tasks.
• Execute day-to-day activities independently.
• Research viable technical and non-technical solutions.
• Share knowledge with the team and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer or information sciences or similar field preferred.
• Experience in managing SQL Server databases.
• Proficiency in T-SQL programming.
• Knowledge of third form normalization design principles and indexing best practices.
• Solid MS SQL Server DBA experience (SQL 2012-2019).
• Strong database design skills.
• Expertise in SQL statement tuning.
• Experience with native transactional data replication.
• Experience in configuring Always-On Availability Groups.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Oracle and/or other DBMSs.
• Experience with deploying and managing Cloud Database Services (AWS/Azure preferred).
• Experience with cloud automation deployment (e.g., Terraform for SQL RDS).
• Familiarity with Oracle Database technology (versions 11g, 12c, 18c, and 19c).
• Familiarity with Datadog as a monitoring and analytics tool.
• Familiarity with MySQL and PostgreSQL.

Benefits

• Contract position with hourly pay of $40 - $42.
• Flexible schedule from Monday to Friday.