Senior SQL Database Administrator

Providge Consulting; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to lead the migration from SAS to SQL Server. This fully remote role allows flexible hours and is ideal for professionals looking for a high-impact side engagement. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience with SQL Server DBA tasks, including administration, T-SQL development, and performance optimization. Join a dynamic team where you can utilize your skills while maintaining your current role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SQL Server DBA experience.
• Strong expertise in SQL Server administration and T-SQL optimization.
• Hands-on experience migrating from SAS to SQL Server.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical conversion of SAS datasets to SQL Server.
• Document architecture and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful migration.

Skills

SQL Server administration

T-SQL development and optimization

Performance monitoring and troubleshooting

Data migration from SAS to SQL Server

Clear communication skills

Tools

SSIS

Azure SQL

AWS RDS

Job description

Mid–Senior Level | Fully Remote | Part-Time or Full-Time (Contract)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to lead and execute a migration from SAS to Microsoft SQL Server. This role is hands‑on and delivery‑focused, combining SQL Server administration, data migration, and technical leadership.

The engagement is fully remote with flexible hours. Candidates may work part‑time or up to 40 hours per week and do not need to leave their current role. This is well‑suited for an experienced professional looking for a high‑impact side engagement or flexible contract role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical conversion of SAS datasets, programs, and logic to SQL Server
• Analyze existing SAS workflows and translate them into efficient SQL Server–based solutions
• Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server schemas, stored procedures, views, and queries
• Own SQL Server administration including:
• Performance tuning and indexing
• Security and access controls
• Backup, recovery, and reliability practices
• Validate data accuracy and performance against existing SAS outputs
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to ensure successful migration
• Document architecture, migration patterns, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of SQL Server DBA experience (mid to senior level)
• Strong expertise in:
• SQL Server administration
• T‑SQL development and optimization
• Performance monitoring and troubleshooting
• Hands‑on experience migrating from SAS to SQL Server (or SAS to another RDBMS)
• Ability to interpret and convert SAS logic into SQL‑based implementations
• Comfortable working independently in a remote, flexible engagement
• Clear communication skills and ability to explain technical decisions

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Experience with SSIS or other ETL tools
• Exposure to cloud‑based SQL Server environments (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, etc.)
• Background supporting analytics, reporting, or data warehouse workloads
• Location: Fully Remote
• Schedule: Flexible — Part‑Time or Full‑Time (up to 40 hrs/week)
• Type: Contract / Consulting
• Structure: Designed to allow candidates to maintain their current full‑time role