Job Description
Part-Time SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer
Job ID:
501943 Posted 1 day ago
Brentwood, Tennessee
Contract
Databases
Job Details
IDR is seeking a part-time SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Brentwood, Tennessee. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, senior-level DBA/Database Engineer who communicates clearly, thrives in fast-moving transition environments, and can own delivery end-to-end.
Position Overview for the SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer:
Stand up new Microsoft SQL Server environments within Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to support a newly independent technology landscape
Lead database migration/copy activities across non-production and production environments, partnering with application teams during cutovers
Rebuild and operationalize SQL Agent jobs, maintenance plans, and monitoring to ensure stability from day one
Drive performance tuning, indexing strategy, and early optimization to prevent downstream reliability and scalability issues
Collaborate with a lean internal IT team and provide clear status updates, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
Requirements for the SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer:
4+ years of hands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft SQL Server in production environments
Demonstrated experience deploying and supporting SQL Server on Azure IaaS (VM-based), including configuration, storage, and operational considerations
Proven database migration experience, including planning, execution, validation, and dependency awareness (e.g., jobs, logins, backups)
Strong performance tuning and indexing optimization skills using data-driven troubleshooting approaches
Excellent communication skills and ability to self-manage in a lean, high-visibility environment
What's in it for you?
Competitive compensation package
Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
Employee Stock Ownership Program
Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
#LI-Remote IDR is an equal opportunity employer. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in compliance with applicable Fair Chance laws. To comply with civil rights laws, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity, gender, and veteran status. This information is confidential, optional, and will not affect your application. Pursuant to pay transparency laws, salary ranges and benefits will be disclosed where required by law. Compensation is based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at hr@idr-inc.com
