{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7bea5ff61478c113ecf08f83","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7bea5ff61478c113ecf08f83","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7bea5ff61478c113ecf08f83","title":"SQL Server Migration & High Availability Architect","description":"We have an immediate need for a seasoned SQL Server architect to help lead an upcoming migration project.-6-month contract, with potential for extension-Rate based on experienceThis is not a traditional DBA role. You’ll lead enterprise-scale SQL Server modernization, migration, automation, and high-availability initiatives, partnering closely with infrastructure, application, and IT security teams to design and optimize next-generation database platforms.What we’re looking for: -Proven experience leading Microsoft SQL Server upgrades, including 2016 → 2022 migrations (required) -Deep expertise in SQL Server administration, engineering, and modernization -Strong HA/DR background: Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC), Always On Availability Groups, and multi-site/multi-data-center deployments -Hands-on DBA and production operations experience in mission-critical environments -A track record of validating database health, performance, and stability -Strong skills in performance tuning, security, automation, and PowerShellIf you’re ready to build a secure, resilient, highly available SQL Server platform, we’d love to hear from you. Send me a message or drop a comment below, and feel free to share with anyone in your network who’d be a great fit!#SQLServer #DatabaseArchitect #HighAvailability #DataMigration #AlwaysOn #DBA #ContractJobs #Hiring #PowerShell","company":"Wize Solutions","rawCompany":"wize solutions","city":"Henrico","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-11-11T07:52:33.904Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1243.00","title":"Database Architects","slug":"database-architects"},{"code":"15-1242.00","title":"Database Administrators","slug":"database-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SQL Server Migration & High Availability Architect","description":"We have an immediate need for a seasoned SQL Server architect to help lead an upcoming migration project.-6-month contract, with potential for extension-Rate based on experienceThis is not a traditional DBA role. You’ll lead enterprise-scale SQL Server modernization, migration, automation, and high-availability initiatives, partnering closely with infrastructure, application, and IT security teams to design and optimize next-generation database platforms.What we’re looking for: -Proven experience leading Microsoft SQL Server upgrades, including 2016 → 2022 migrations (required) -Deep expertise in SQL Server administration, engineering, and modernization -Strong HA/DR background: Windows Server Failover Clustering (WSFC), Always On Availability Groups, and multi-site/multi-data-center deployments -Hands-on DBA and production operations experience in mission-critical environments -A track record of validating database health, performance, and stability -Strong skills in performance tuning, security, automation, and PowerShellIf you’re ready to build a secure, resilient, highly available SQL Server platform, we’d love to hear from you. Send me a message or drop a comment below, and feel free to share with anyone in your network who’d be a great fit!#SQLServer #DatabaseArchitect #HighAvailability #DataMigration #AlwaysOn #DBA #ContractJobs #Hiring #PowerShell","datePosted":"2026-11-11T07:52:33.904Z","dateModified":"2026-11-11T07:52:33.904Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Wize Solutions","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Henrico","addressRegion":"VA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"7bea5ff61478c113ecf08f83"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7bea5ff61478c113ecf08f83"}}