Senior IT Recruitment Consultant – SQL Server Specialist
Our Dublin-based client is looking for an SQL Server Specialist to join their team in a new daily rate contract position.
We’re seeking a professional with strong skills in upgrading and migration of data, with a deep knowledge of SQL. This is an initial 6‑month contract with the potential for extension.
Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end SQL Server upgrade projects
* Lead assessment from start to production cutover
* Assess the current SQL Server environment and document all dependencies
* Design high‑level architecture for SQL Server environments based on business requirements
* Design excellent and high‑level solutions for data gateway infrastructure
* Develop migration plans with risk strategies and rollback procedures
* Configure new SQL Server environments with Always On Availability Groups
* Configure SSISDB within AG for encryption key management
* Migrate large databases with minimal downtime using appropriate synchronization methods
* Migrate and test SSIS packages, including those with PowerShell scripts and SFTP integrations
* Upgrade and configure data gateway servers for high availability
* Coordinate connection updates across Logic Apps, applications, and data feeds
Experience required
* Lead production upgrades across major SQL Server versions (2012/2014/2016 to 2019/2022 or similar)
* Design and implement high‑availability solutions for SQL Server from scratch
* Participate in architecture decisions
* Configure SSISDB for use in Availability Groups
* Complex migration planning
* Create migration strategies that minimize downtime
* Manage SQL Agent jobs across Availability Group replicas
* Migrate SSIS packages across SQL Server versions
* Experience with mission‑critical databases supporting multiple applications and integrations
HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this role, please submit your updated CV. If your skills and experience match the job requirements, you will be contacted to discuss your application in detail.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Administrative and Information Technology
Industries: Education, Technology, Information and Media, IT Services and IT Consulting
Fruition Group Ireland provided pay range: $110,500.00‑$178,250.00 (daily rate)
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