SQL Server Database Administrator

Accylerate, LLC.

Mechanicsville (VA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

18 hours ago

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Job summary

Accylerate, LLC. in Virginia seeks a SQL Server Database Administrator with hands-on experience in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and maintenance.

The role focuses on SQL Server 2019+ installations, upgrades, patching, migrations, and high availability through clustering or mirroring, with cloud experience in Azure or other platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks. The ideal candidate will have strong T-SQL skills, Windows knowledge, and the ability to support

Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server database.
At least 1 year of Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks experience (cert acceptable).
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related field.
Proven ability to communicate effectively using standard requirements and design artifacts.

Responsibilities

Monitor databases to maintain uptime and availability.
Troubleshoot connectivity, access, security, and application issues.
Tuning of long-running SQL queries.
Review and refine database tasks to align with priorities.
Support SQL Server installations (2022, 2025+) with failover clustering.
Work with Engineering and Operations teams; communicate clearly.

Skills

SQL Server

Azure

Snowflake

Databricks

T-SQL

Windows

Performance tuning

High availability

Database security

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SSIS

SSAS

SSRS

Windows scripting

Job description

Ideal Candidate Profile: Seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator with experience in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and database maintenance. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience with SQL Server 2019 or later, including installation, upgrades, patching, migrations, and high availability through clustering or mirroring. Experience with Azure or other cloud database platforms such as Snowflake or Databricks is required, along with strong T‑SQL skills, Windows platform knowledge, and the ability to support database connectivity, security, and application‑related issues.

Job Duties & Responsibiliites

Monitor databases to maintain/ensure database uptime and availability.
Troubleshoot application/database issues related to connectivity, access, security, etc.
Tune long running SQL
Review & refine existing database tasks and processes to better align with agency/group priorities.
Leverage & utilize O/S scripting utilities in support of database maintenance/diagnosis/support.
Review the existing database implementation and propose, execute, and/or direct necessary changes.
Perform SQL Server installations (2022,2025+ w/ failover clustering).
Support SQL Server databases (administration, support, tuning).
Knowledgeable of data modeling principles
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Independently perform a variety of complicated tasks.
Work with a team of Engineering and Operations professionals.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both speaking and in writing.

Required Skills & Experience

At least 2 years of experience w/ Microsoft SQL Server database
At least 1 year of Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks experience (a certification is acceptable in lieu of experience)
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or other applicable and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and/or work history
Demonstrated experience in communicating effectively using standard requirements and design artifacts

Desired Knowledge Of And Experience With The Following Technologies