Senior SQL Database Contractor

Motion Recruitment Partners; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology-driven organization is seeking a Senior SQL Database Contractor for a remote, temporary position in Atlanta, Georgia. The ideal candidate will ensure SQL Server database performance and scalability, with a strong emphasis on cloud database technologies like Azure SQL. Responsibilities include performance tuning, project-based work, and team collaboration, making it an exciting opportunity to engage with high-visibility projects.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) with match

Paid Sick Time Leave

Qualifications

• 8+ years of database administration and management experience.
• Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft SQL, Azure SQL preferred.
• Strong experience with cloud database technologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure SQL Server database performance, optimization, and scalability.
• Tackle complex performance challenges and drive improvements.
• Collaborate across distributed teams in high-visibility projects.

Skills

Database administration and management

Microsoft SQL expertise

Cloud database technologies

Performance monitoring

Leadership and collaboration skills

Tools

Azure SQL

Job description

Senior SQL Database Contractor

Atlanta, Georgia

Remote Local

Contract

$65/hr - $75/hr

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior SQL Database Contractor for a temporary position with a leading technology-driven organization. This role is based remotely with collaboration across distributed teams. You will play a key role in ensuring SQL Server database performance, optimization, and scalability, while working closely with developers, DevOps, and cloud infrastructure teams (Azure).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team where you’ll be the go-to SQL expert, tackling complex performance challenges and driving improvements across mission-critical systems. You’ll gain exposure to high-visibility projects, cloud migrations, and database automation initiatives.

Contract Duration: 2-3 months

Required Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of database administration and management experience
• Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft SQL (Azure SQL preferred)
• Strong experience with cloud database technologies (Azure strongly preferred)
• Deep expertise in performance monitoring, query tuning, indexing, and optimization
• Knowledge of backup/restore strategies, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with automation of database operations
• Familiarity with database security best practices and compliance standards
• Proven ability to mentor and guide junior team members
• Prior experience in fast-paced or regulated environments

What You Will Be Doing

Tech Breakdown

• 70% SQL Server Database Administration & Optimization
• 20% Cloud Database (Azure SQL) & Infrastructure Support
• 10% Documentation, Security, and Compliance

Daily Responsibilities

• 60% Hands-on performance tuning, troubleshooting, and optimization
• 20% Project-based work (migrations, scaling, automation initiatives)
• 20% Team collaboration, mentoring, and cross-functional engagement

Benefits

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.