Database Administrator

Database Administrator Robert Half - 3.9 Atlanta, GA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $41.80 - $48.40 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Performance monitoring Azure SQL Database Azure High availability solutions design Improving system uptime or availability Database backup and recovery Data retrieval time improvement Data recovery Server backup and recovery Public Cloud Mid-level SQL Database server management Patch management Continuous improvement Scripting Contingency planning Data backup Failover clustering Database migration or upgrading Technical troubleshooting support System tuning Improving system uptime through database tuning Escalation handling High availability Production troubleshooting IT disaster recovery planning Full Job Description We are looking for a Database Administrator to join a team supporting complex enterprise database environments. This opportunity is ideal for someone who excels at maintaining stable, secure, and efficient database systems while partnering with technical teams to solve performance and availability challenges. The role centers on administration, optimization, recovery planning, and continuous improvement across Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server platforms.

Responsibilities:

Administer and maintain enterprise database platforms, including Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server, to support reliable day-to-day operations. Monitor database health proactively, investigate issues quickly, and take corrective action to improve stability and system performance. Analyze execution behavior and refine database structures or queries to strengthen response times and overall efficiency. Develop, manage, and validate backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to protect critical data and maintain business continuity. Plan and perform database patching, upgrades, and version evaluations while minimizing operational risk. Configure and support clustered database environments, including troubleshooting failover and high-availability related issues. Work closely with application and development teams to resolve database-related incidents, support releases, and align technical solutions with business needs. Maintain clear operational documentation, track service requests through resolution, and respond to alerts or escalations within established service expectations. Hands-on experience administering Oracle databases, including versions such as 12c, 19c, or newer, in a production environment. Strong background with Microsoft SQL Server and related database administration responsibilities in enterprise settings. Practical expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and diagnosing database or application bottlenecks. Experience creating and supporting backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies for mission-critical systems. Familiarity with clustered or high-availability database configurations and the ability to troubleshoot related issues. Working knowledge of SQL and database scripting, with the ability to support developers and operational teams effectively. Exposure to cloud-based database services such as Azure SQL Database, along with experience in environments that include MySQL, is preferred. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do. ® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources . © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .