We are seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to manage and optimize a growing SQL environment. The role focuses on database administration, performance tuning, monitoring, backups, and troubleshooting, while supporting a planned upgrade from SQL Server 2014/2016 to SQL Server 2022, with awareness of SQL Server 2025 capabilities.

This is a highly independent role. The ideal candidate responds to issues as they arise and provides guidance and best practices, without being required to be logged in full-time. Familiarity with Windows Server and Active Directory is important.

There is potential for involvement in a future data warehouse initiative, depending on project scope. This role has the flexibility to be part-time now, full-time over the summer, and part-time through the rest of 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support SQL Server environments (2014/2016 to 2022, with future 2025 awareness)
• Perform query tuning, performance optimization, and troubleshooting
• Manage backups, recovery strategies, and high availability configurations
• Proactively monitor SQL Server, SSRS, CPU, disk, and network performance
• Review logs (SQL, SSRS, Windows Event, job failures) and perform root cause analysis
• Implement preventative measures to reduce recurring issues
• Support data migration and integration initiatives
• Provide advisory guidance, recommendations, and best practices to improve operations

Technical Environment

Required

• Microsoft SQL Server 2014, 2016, 2022 (specifically experience upgrading to 2022 or 2025)
• SQL query tuning and performance optimization
• Backup and recovery planning
• High availability / clustering
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Windows Server fundamentals

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with SQL Server 2025
• Active Directory troubleshooting
• Data warehouse experience

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced SQL Server DBA with version upgrade experience
• Able to work independently and respond quickly when issues arise
• Strong problem-solving and advisory skills
• Comfortable explaining concepts, offering suggestions, and guiding improvements

Apply today for immediate consideration!

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