SQL Server Database Administrator

Overview Inabia is seeking a Database Administrator (classification: DBA4 A4 SC3) to perform advanced technical work across all phases of database administration, development support, and production operations. This is a contracted remote position with core hours of 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM ET, and a strong preference for candidates located in the Harrisburg, PA area. The role spans SQL Server administration, Azure SQL deployment, data warehousing, performance optimization, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities Administer and support production SQL Server database environments and day-to-day database operations Support the full application development lifecycle, including planning, design, development, implementation, data migration, QA, data cleanup, and data administration Manage database security, availability, monitoring, and performance optimization Perform SQL software installation, configuration, upgrades, and Service Pack installations Conduct SQL Server health checks and deliver performance recommendations Execute SQL database migrations and upgrades from legacy servers and older SQL versions Perform data migration activities including extraction, cleansing, transformation, loading, and validation Deploy, configure, secure, back up, and maintain Azure SQL databases Integrate Azure SQL resources with other Azure services Develop and deploy database schemas across test and production environments Perform logical and physical database modeling Develop and maintain database structures, tables, relationships, and normalization standards Support Data Warehouse, Data Mart, and Power BI environments Coordinate database backup and restore activities Collaborate with developers, business stakeholders, vendors, and service providers Engage in ongoing process improvement initiatives and proactively manage database-related issues Estimate work effort, schedule assigned activities, and track issues, risks, and action items Coordinate with vendors and service providers to resolve technical issues Assist with software releases and provide regular status updates to stakeholders Adhere to database standards and complete all assigned tasks within required timelines Work effectively both independently and within a team environment Key Qualifications 7+ years of SQL Server Database Administration experience 4+ years of production server database administration experience 3+ years of Data Analytics experience 1+ year of Azure Database Administration experience 1+ year of Data Warehouse experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Professional customer service orientation Ability to work independently with limited supervision Available to work core hours of 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM ET Preferred Qualifications Experience with Business Systems Analysis and Design Microsoft SQL High Availability / Always On experience Power BI Administration experience (highly desired)