Senior Database Administrator

Job Title: Senior Database Administrator
Job Code: AZ 13393
Client: State of Arizona – Arizona Department of Education (AZED)
Location: Hybrid Phoenix, AZ 85007
Work Location: 100 N. 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – up to 2 days remote; must be willing to work onsite up to 5 days based on business needs
Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Duration: 4-Month Contract-to-Hire (FTE)
Closing Date: 08/31/2026 at 4:00 PM

Important Notes

• Local Phoenix candidates only.
• Candidate's current location must be clearly listed on the resume.
• Candidates must be available for an in-person interview within 1 week of the posting close date.
• Candidates must be able to start within 2 weeks of receiving an offer.
• Candidate must be eligible to convert to FTE.
• No visa sponsorship available.
• Occasional in-state travel may be required.
• On-call/off-hours support may be required.

Position Overview
The State of Arizona is seeking a Senior Database Administrator to support the Arizona Department of Education's data environment. The role will manage and support SQL Server databases, Azure database virtual machines, database backup/recovery, disaster recovery, performance tuning, replication, migrations, security, Power BI, ETL, and database automation.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with SQL Server administration, Azure, PowerShell, Power BI, T-SQL, stored procedures, SSIS, DevOps, and database performance optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SQL Server databases, including installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Manage Azure database virtual machines and related database infrastructure.
• Perform database backup, recovery, disaster recovery, replication, and high availability activities.
• Manage SQL Server Always On configurations and clustering.
• Perform database performance tuning, indexing, query optimization, and code reviews.
• Design and develop stored procedures, functions, triggers, and complex T-SQL queries.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for database administration and automation.
• Configure and support Power BI datasets, gateways, and refresh schedules.
• Design and implement ETL processes and maintain SSIS packages.
• Implement database migrations, changes, purge/archive procedures, and production database updates.
• Implement version control and DevOps practices for database objects.
• Apply appropriate database security guidelines and mechanisms.
• Review existing database architecture and recommend improvements.
• Troubleshoot database connectivity, application queries, indexes, and operational issues.
• Develop and maintain database administration tools, utilities, procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Collaborate with application development and BI teams to support data-driven solutions.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior developers and other database administrators.

Required Skills

• Microsoft SQL Server
• SQL Server Database Administration
• Power BI
• Disaster Recovery
• Backup & Recovery
• Azure Database Virtual Machines
• SQL Server Always On
• Database Performance Tuning
• T-SQL
• Database Migration
• Version Control & DevOps for Database Objects
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Stored Procedure Development
• Complex SQL Query Optimization
• ETL / Data Integration
• SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services)
• PowerShell
• SQL Server clustering
• Database replication
• Power BI administration/configuration
• Azure infrastructure
• Database security

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years of database administration experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Primary Skills
SQL Server | Database Administration | Power BI | Azure | Azure Database VMs | Disaster Recovery | Backup & Recovery | SQL Server Always On | T-SQL | Stored Procedures | Performance Tuning | ETL | SSIS | PowerShell | DevOps | Version Control | Database Migration | Database Design | Replication


 

Flexible work from home options available.