Senior Database Administrator

S-R-International-Inc; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home

Job summary

State of Arizona – Arizona Department of Education (AZED) seeks a Senior Database Administrator to manage SQL Server databases, Azure VMs, backups, DR, performance tuning, and data integration with Power BI.

You will design procedures, implement Always On, handle ETL with SSIS, develop automation with PowerShell, and collaborate with BI teams. Hybrid role in Phoenix with on-site as needed; 4-month contract-to-hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of database administration experience.
• Strong experience with SQL Server administration, Azure, PowerShell, Power BI, and DevOps.
• Ability to design, implement, and optimize database solutions and security.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SQL Server databases including installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Handle Azure database VMs, backups, DR, replication, and high availability.
• Configure Always On, perform performance tuning, indexing, and query optimization.
• Develop stored procedures, functions, and complex T-SQL queries.
• Develop PowerShell scripts for automation and support Power BI datasets and refresh cycles.
• Design ETL processes and maintain SSIS packages; support data-driven BI solutions.
• Collaborate with application/BI teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Microsoft SQL Server

SQL Server DBA

Power BI

Disaster Recovery

Backup & Recovery

Azure Database VMs

SQL Server Always On

Performance Tuning

T-SQL

Database Migration

DevOps for Database Objects

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

SSIS

PowerShell

Azure

Job description

Job Title: Senior Database Administrator

Job Code: AZ 13393

Client: State of Arizona – Arizona Department of Education (AZED)

Location: Hybrid Phoenix, AZ 85007

Work Location: 100 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – up to 2 days remote; must be willing to work onsite up to 5 days based on business needs

Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Duration: 4-Month Contract-to-Hire (FTE)

Closing Date: 08/31/2026 at 4:00 PM

Important Notes

• Local Phoenix candidates only.
• Candidate's current location must be clearly listed on the resume.
• Candidates must be available for an in-person interview within 1 week of the posting close date.
• Candidates must be able to start within 2 weeks of receiving an offer.
• Candidate must be eligible to convert to FTE.
• No visa sponsorship available.
• Occasional in-state travel may be required.
• On-call/off-hours support may be required.

Position Overview

The State of Arizona is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support the Arizona Department of Education's data environment. The role will manage and support SQL Server databases, Azure database virtual machines, database backup/recovery, disaster recovery, performance tuning, replication, migrations, security, Power BI, ETL, and database automation.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with SQL Server administration, Azure, PowerShell, Power BI, T-SQL, stored procedures, SSIS, DevOps, and database performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SQL Server databases, including installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Manage Azure database virtual machines and related database infrastructure.
• Perform database backup, recovery, disaster recovery, replication, and high availability activities.
• Manage SQL Server Always On configurations and clustering.
• Perform database performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and code reviews.
• Design and develop stored procedures, functions, triggers, and complex T-SQL queries.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for database administration and automation.
• Configure and support Power BI datasets, gateways, and refresh schedules.
• Design and implement ETL processes and maintain SSIS packages.
• Implement database migrations, changes, purge/archive procedures, and production database updates.
• Implement version control and DevOps practices for database objects.
• Apply appropriate database security guidelines and mechanisms.
• Review existing database architecture and recommend improvements.
• Troubleshoot database connectivity, application queries, indexes, and operational issues.
• Develop and maintain database administration tools, utilities, procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Collaborate with application development and BI teams to support data-driven solutions.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior developers and other database administrators.

Required Skills

• Microsoft SQL Server
• SQL Server Database Administration
• Power BI
• Disaster Recovery
• Backup & Recovery
• Azure Database Virtual Machines
• SQL Server Always On
• Database Performance Tuning
• T-SQL
• Database Migration
• Version Control & DevOps for Database ObjectsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Stored Procedure Development
• Complex SQL Query Optimization
• ETL / Data Integration
• SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services)
• PowerShell
• SQL Server clustering
• Database replication
• Power BI administration/configuration
• Azure infrastructure
• Database security

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of database administration experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Primary Skills

SQL Server | Database Administration | Power BI | Azure | Azure Database VMs | Disaster Recovery | Backup & Recovery | SQL Server Always On | T-SQL | Stored Procedures | Performance Tuning | ETL | SSIS | PowerShell | DevOps | Version Control | Database Migration | Database Design | Replication

Flexible work from home options available.