Senior MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA

BC Forward; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Senior MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA in Chandler, AZ. The contract spans 11 months and includes MS SQL Server administration, high availability, tuning, and automation. The role leads initiatives, collaborates with app teams, and ensures reliable database services in a project-driven environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in SQL Server administration, expertise with AlwaysOn, and scripting skills (Shell/Python). Banking/financial services exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on MS SQL Server administration including installation, configuration, backup/recovery, and security.
• Expertise with AlwaysOn and performance tuning for large environments; capacity planning.
• Experience partnering with application teams and exposure to banking/financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex MS SQL Server database solutions using best practices.
• Lead initiatives and manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot issues, drive process improvements, and promote operational excellence.

Skills

MS SQL Server administration

AlwaysOn availability groups

Performance tuning

Automation

Shell scripting

Python

Linux administration

NoSQL TigerGraph

Team leadership

Client accountability

Tools

SQL Server

AlwaysOn

Python

Shell

TigerGraph

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Senior MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA

Location: (City, State)

Duration: Contract - 11 months

Pay Range: $65.12/hr (W2)

Job ID: 409359

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior MS SQL Server DBA / Application DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in MS SQL Server administration, high availability, performance tuning, and automation and a proven ability to design, implement, and optimize complex database solutions while leading initiatives to operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement complex MS SQL Server database solutions using modern technologies and best practices.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for SQL Server, including AlwaysOn availability groups, performance tuning, and capacity planning for large, high-tier environments.
• Lead and manage multiple moderately complex projects, directing activities for special initiatives and operations.
• Troubleshoot complex issues, drive process improvement, and promote operational excellence with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with application teams, including App DBA stakeholders, to ensure reliable, performant database services in a project-driven environment.
• Provide work leadership by assigning tasks, resolving problems, and guiding team members within broadly defined practices and policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on MS SQL Server administration, including installation, configuration, backup and recovery, and security.
• Expertise with AlwaysOn availability groups, performance tuning, query optimization, and troubleshooting in large, mission-critical environments.
• Proven problem ownership, client accountability, and delivery within project-driven settings with minimal supervision.
• Experience partnering with application teams and prior banking or financial services exposure, preferably on the App DBA side.
• Proficiency with Linux administration and scripting, including Shell and Python.
• Experience automating operational tasks, monitoring, and maintenance for NoSQL platforms such as TigerGraph.

Preferred Skills

• Background supporting regulated financial environments and enterprise change management processes.
• Experience with infrastructure automation and monitoring tooling for databases and data platforms.

Work Arrangement & Additional Information

Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.

Role requires a specific start date based on business need.

Glider assessment: Candidate ID Verification.

Productivity Software: Microsoft Office.

Why BCforward?

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.