Senior Microsoft SQL Server DBA

Job Title: Senior Microsoft SQL Server DBA

Location: Chandler, AZ

Duration: Contract - 11 months

Pay Range: $65.12/hr (W2)

Job ID: 406828

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Microsoft SQL Database Administrator to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in SQL Server administration, performance tuning, migration, and high availability and a proven ability to deliver stable, high-performing database platforms in high-volume, high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute SQL Server migrations from SQL 2016 to SQL 2022 across multiple business-critical applications.


• Provide administrative support for BAU operations, including environments supporting DMTEA and GIS.


• Own performance tuning and troubleshooting using tools such as Query Store and AlwaysOn technologies for large, high-tier environments.


• Manage multiple moderately complex projects and coordinate activities with cross-functional teams.


• Implement proactive stability maintenance, monitoring, and incident response, including on-call and after-hours support.


• Contribute to database design, development, and implementation using modern SQL Server features and best practices.


• Mentor teammates through cross-training on multiple systems and provide work leadership as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Expertise in Microsoft SQL Server administration, including high availability, backup/restore, security, and capacity planning.


• Proficiency with performance tuning, Query Store usage, and AlwaysOn configuration and optimization.


• Hands-on experience with SSIS, SSRS, and SQL automation for migration and maintenance activities.


• Strong troubleshooting and customer interaction skills in high-volume production environments.


• Linux familiarity for SQL-related operations and tooling.


• Experience leading or coordinating multiple concurrent projects with minimal supervision.


• 10+ years of experience in SQL Server Administration.

Preferred Skills:

• Monitoring and observability with Splunk and Dynatrace.


• Experience with additional data platforms such as Redis, TigerGraph, CockroachDB, or other RDBMS.


• Prior experience in banking or financial services environments.

Work Arrangement & Additional Details:

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


• On-call rotation and after-hours work as needed.


• Glider: Candidate ID Verification may be required.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• 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.

Interested? Apply Now!

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