SQL DBA Developer Remote only Jersey City, NJ

Role:  SQL DBA Developer
Location: 100% Remote
Duration: Long Term Contract

Shift: Night Shift

Visa: USC/GC/H4

we have a new DBA role with one of our clients. But its’ a Night Shift role. 

This is an opening for 1 overnight consultant. Experienced SQL Server DBA.  The time frame he needs covered in 7pm to 3am.    

So, if you are in California, that would be earlier, right? So, from 4pm to 12am. Your time. 

They really need someone to cover that shift.  The times can be a little flexible if needed, but it’s the overnight shift that requires coverage. 

Must Haves:

5+ years of experience as a SQL Server Database Engineer or similar role, with a focus on database concepts, principles, backup, recovery, deployments, best practices, and automation
4+ years’ experience with Azure Cloud
4+ years’ experience with HADR technologies like Always On, Replication, and/or Clustering
3+ years of proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, etc. for automation tasks
3+ years of experience with database automation frameworks and tools like Octopus, TeamCity, Anisble, Jenkins
2+ years of experience with source code management tools like GitHub and GitLab
2+ years of experience with CICD tools and methodology
Nice to Haves:

Experience with SSIS, SSRS, SSAS
Thorough understanding of database architecture, replication, and high availability concepts
Proficiency in SQL and experience with other database technologies such as PostgreSQL, DB2 LUW, etc
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex database issues
Effective communication skills and the ability to work effectively though collaboration with cross-functional teams
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality database automation solutions
Day to Day:

Perform troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, developers, and network engineers
Ensure high availability and optimal performance of production databases through effective automation strategies and monitoring techniques
Conduct regular performance analysis and capacity planning to optimize database resources
Document database process, procedures, and configuration to ensure knowledge sharing and compliance with organization standards
Implement and maintain database automation frameworks, tools, and scrips to streamline database operations and enhance efficiency
Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within the database environment and propose innovative solutions