Advanced database administration capabilities including high availability and disaster recovery implementation. Experience with Microsoft Azure database services, specifically SQL PaaS and SQL Managed Instance.
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Location
Wilmington, DE
Description
This is a 12+ month contract position for a SQL Server Platform Engineer based in Wilmington, Delaware.
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server platforms in enterprise environments
Develop and execute database platform engineering and automation solutions beyond traditional DBA responsibilities
Implement infrastructure-as-code practices and tools to support scalable database deployments
Architect and manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions
Support cloud database migrations and operations across Microsoft Azure and AWS environments
Communicate technical solutions and architectural decisions to stakeholders at all levels
Qualifications
Required
10+ years of hands-on SQL Server experience in enterprise environments
Demonstrated expertise in database platform engineering and automation
Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools including Terraform, Ansible, or PowerShell
Experience with Microsoft Azure database services, specifically SQL PaaS and SQL Managed Instance
Experience with AWS database services and cloud platform architecture
Advanced database administration capabilities including high availability and disaster recovery implementation
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences