SQL DBA and System Administrator

Position: SQL Server DBA / System Administrator Duration: 6 month contract-to-hire Pay: $60-70/HR Work Location: Austin, TX Remote: 2x per week, onsite 3x per week This position is eligible to enroll in medical, dental, vision after 60 days. In addition, this position is eligible to enroll in a 401(k) after 90 days. We're hiring a Database Administrator with strong Windows Server and systems administration experience. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across database administration, infrastructure support, application administration, and enterprise systems management. This position will support critical business applications and infrastructure in a highly regulated, production-focused environment. The ideal candidate will bring a combination of SQL Server administration, Windows server management, and system troubleshooting expertise. Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and support Microsoft SQL Server environments Monitor database performance, health, and availability Perform database backups, patching, upgrades, and maintenance activities Support Windows Server administration and system operations Install, configure, and maintain server-based applications and software platforms Develop and troubleshoot T-SQL scripts, queries, and stored procedures Assist with system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning Support virtualized infrastructure and cloud-based environments Collaborate with application teams, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders Maintain documentation, operational procedures, and system configurations Participate in production deployments and change management activities Troubleshoot complex issues across databases, servers, and integrated systems Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server environments Strong experience with SQL Server technologies, including database performance tuning and monitoring Experience with T-SQL scripting and SQL Server management tools Experience administering Microsoft Windows Server environments Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware Experience with PowerShell or other automation/scripting tools Knowledge of Active Directory administration Experience supporting enterprise production environments Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and documentation skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure Exposure to DevOps practices and CI/CD environments Familiarity with SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS Experience with system monitoring and performance management tools IIS administration experience Knowledge of high-availability and disaster recovery solutions Exposure to container technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes Experience working in regulated or compliance-focused environments Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request. IND 005-009