SQL DBA

Overview In this contract role, you will lead SQL Server DB design, migration and deployment efforts to improve availability and resiliency. You will work within an IT team to migrate from SQL 2008 to 2014, optimize deployments, and contribute to an automated CI/CD ecosystem. You’ll assess the current plan, suggest improvements, and execute migration activities at scale. This position offers hands-on impact in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional collaboration. ResponsibilitiesSet up databases and migration plans for SQL Server 2008 to 2014Improve availability and resiliency of SQL Server environmentsLead or contribute to migration efforts and ecosystem setupDevelop and execute automated deployment workflows (CI/CD)Work with TeamCity and Octopus Deploy to enable automated deploymentsIdentify improvements to existing plans and execute themDifferentiate between development and administration tasks and focus on implementationCollaborate with stakeholders to align with migration strategy and architecture Key requirementsSQL Server 2008 and 2014 experienceMigration experience from 2008 to 2014 is highly preferredExperience with CI/CD concepts and automated deploymentsProficiency with TeamCity and Octopus DeployAbility to design and implement deployment plans and ecosystemsNot focused on maintenance mode; strong implementation and optimization mindsetMid-Senior level IT experiencequick learnerproactive problem-solvingability to propose improvementsSQL Server (2008/2014)Database migration planningCI/CD workflows