SQL DBA ****** Desired skills: SQL DBA, Contract, Azure SQL Server DBA 12-Month Contract - Dublin City Centre - Hybrid Role Responsibilities : The successful candidate will join an existing team to support the management and optimisation of clients' database environments.
What is involved: Manage and maintain on-prem SQL Server environments, including installation, configuration, patching, and backups.
Work with supporting technologies such as storage, Active Directory, Always On, and Failover Clustering.
Automate routine tasks using PowerShell and SQL scripting.
Handle incident, problem, and event management to minimise downtime and ensure fast resolution.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders and produce clear documentation.
Optimise database performance using monitoring tools and industry best practices.
Contribute to the design, setup, and configuration of database environments across online, batch, and reporting workloads.
What you need: Minimum 3 years' experience as an on-prem Microsoft SQL Server DBA.
Strong knowledge of SQL Server administration, HA/DR, and virtualisation (VMWare/Hyper-V).
Experience with Azure SQL Database