SQL DBA
Job Summary –
Looking for a SQL Server DBA with 5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, migration, and performance tuning.
Years of experience needed –
· Minimum 5+ Years of relevant experience
Job Description:
· Strong expertise in SQL Server 2008,2008R2,2012 or later with hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, migration, and performance tuning.
· Plan and execute SQL Server migrations from AWS and on-prem environments to on-prem data centres.
· Assess database environments to determine optimal migration approaches (backup/restore, replication, log shipping, etc.).
· Perform pre-migration analysis, compatibility checks, and performance benchmarking.
· Design and implement high-availability and disaster recovery (HA/DR) solutions for on-prem SQL Server environments.
· Troubleshoot and optimize database performance post-migration to ensure minimal downtime and improved efficiency.
· Work closely with infrastructure, network, and application teams to ensure a smooth transition.
· Automate migration tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL scripts, and third-party tools where applicable.
· Validate data integrity and completeness after migration.
· Maintain documentation on migration strategies, rollback plans, and best practices.
· Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
Technical Skills:
· 5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, migration, and performance tuning.
· Strong expertise in SQL Server 2008,2008R2,2012 or later.
· Experience migrating databases from AWS RDS/EC2 SQL Server and on-prem to on-prem environments.
· Proficiency in migration techniques: backup/restore, log shipping, transactional replication, and Always On Availability Groups.
· Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and their impact on database architecture.
· Knowledge of networking, security, and storage concepts in database migrations.
· Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and automation scripting.
· Experience in troubleshooting performance bottlenecks and optimizing queries.
· Familiarity with monitoring tools like SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and Performance Monitor.
· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
Certifications Needed:
· SQL Server Certifications
Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 6 months
Pay: Up to £200.00 per day
Job Summary –
Looking for a SQL Server DBA with 5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, migration, and performance tuning.
Years of experience needed –
· Minimum 5+ Years of relevant experience
Job Description:
· Strong expertise in SQL Server 2008,2008R2,2012 or later with hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, migration, and performance tuning.
· Plan and execute SQL Server migrations from AWS and on-prem environments to on-prem data centres.
· Assess database environments to determine optimal migration approaches (backup/restore, replication, log shipping, etc.).
· Perform pre-migration analysis, compatibility checks, and performance benchmarking.
· Design and implement high-availability and disaster recovery (HA/DR) solutions for on-prem SQL Server environments.
· Troubleshoot and optimize database performance post-migration to ensure minimal downtime and improved efficiency.
· Work closely with infrastructure, network, and application teams to ensure a smooth transition.
· Automate migration tasks using PowerShell, T-SQL scripts, and third-party tools where applicable.
· Validate data integrity and completeness after migration.
· Maintain documentation on migration strategies, rollback plans, and best practices.
· Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.
Technical Skills:
· 5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server administration, migration, and performance tuning.
· Strong expertise in SQL Server 2008,2008R2,2012 or later.
· Experience migrating databases from AWS RDS/EC2 SQL Server and on-prem to on-prem environments.
· Proficiency in migration techniques: backup/restore, log shipping, transactional replication, and Always On Availability Groups.
· Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and their impact on database architecture.
· Knowledge of networking, security, and storage concepts in database migrations.
· Proficiency in T-SQL, PowerShell, and automation scripting.
· Experience in troubleshooting performance bottlenecks and optimizing queries.
· Familiarity with monitoring tools like SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and Performance Monitor.
· Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
Certifications Needed:
· SQL Server Certifications
Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 6 months
Pay: Up to £200.00 per day
