Database Administrator

We are looking for a Database Administrator to join our team in San Antonio, Texas in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role focuses on maintaining reliable, secure, and high-performing database environments across Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle platforms while supporting project delivery and day-to-day operational needs. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with database administration, system optimization, and technical collaboration in complex infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities:
• Administer and support multiple database environments, ensuring strong performance, uptime, data protection, and access control across Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle systems.
• Install, configure, patch, and upgrade database platforms on both physical and virtual servers while maintaining operational stability.
• Monitor database health and tune systems to improve efficiency, resource utilization, and response times.
• Partner with project teams, application support groups, and developers to deliver database-related solutions and technical guidance.
• Lead or assist with database migration and upgrade initiatives, including planning, execution, validation, and post-implementation support.
• Troubleshoot database and server issues across Windows, UNIX, and Linux environments to minimize service disruptions.
• Create and maintain clear operational documentation, standards, and procedures for database administration activities.
• Provide knowledge transfer and training to technical teams and end users when database processes or tools require user support.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in database administration or a closely related technical discipline.
• College-level coursework toward a degree in computer science, data processing, or a comparable combination of education and relevant experience; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle database environments in production settings.
• Proven background in database installation, configuration, troubleshooting, upgrading, and migration activities.
• Working knowledge of Azure SQL Database, MySQL, Microsoft SQL technologies, and database performance tuning practices.
• Experience supporting database systems on Windows, UNIX, and Linux platforms.
• Ability to document procedures clearly and communicate technical guidance effectively to both IT staff and business users.
• Healthcare industry experience is preferred.

Compensation

$40.00-$48.00 Hourly

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