Senior Database Administrator (DBA) - Contract

Senior Database Administrator (DBA)

Scope of Services

Participate as a Database Administrator as part of a collaborative team supporting an enterprise-wide database environment. This role includes both project-based work and operational support across multiple database platforms.

The DBA will assist project teams in selecting appropriate database architectures that align with business requirements, IT standards, and best practices. This individual will also be responsible for creating reference architectures for review and approval by IT and business stakeholders.

Strong emphasis is placed on documentation, communication, and collaboration. The DBA will document environment changes, communicate effectively with the database team, and partner with developers, end users, and contract resources.

The role includes contributing to database cloud strategy initiatives, including migration from on‑premises environments to cloud platforms where appropriate.

On‑call support may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Build new database systems or modify existing systems while producing required deliverables
• Develop and implement database cloud strategy
• Support database migrations, including backup strategy transitions in collaboration with the DBA team
• Partner with technical business teams and system integrators on enterprise initiatives
• Create and maintain database reference architectures
• Document environmental changes and technical decisions
• Mentor and support other DBA team members
• Participate in on‑call support rotations as required

Technical Knowledge & Concepts

• SQL Server
• Oracle
• PostgreSQL (preferred, not required)
• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS preferred)
• PowerShell (preferred)
• Infrastructure as Code (ARM or Bicep preferred)
• ETL processes
• Data Factory / SSIS
• Data warehousing (Snowflake preferred)
• High availability and disaster recovery
• Replication
• General database architecture principles

Experience Requirements

• Approximately 10 years of database administration experience
• Strong documentation, communication, and critical‑thinking skills
• Experience working with cross‑functional technical teams

“Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits,

EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type

of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by

law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.”

“Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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