MS SQL Database Administrator Level: 2
Austin, Texas
6 Months Contract
Qualification Requirements
Education and Training:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in data processing, computer science, management information systems, business or related field; or
attainment of a diploma from a two-year technical school with specialization in computer technology.
Each year of related experience over the required minimum may be substituted for one year (30 semester hours) of required college credit.
Experience:
• 5 -6 years of experience in technical computer systems support roles.
• 3- 4 years of experience as an MS SQL Server Database Administrator.
• Prefer 2 years of experience in SQL tuning.
• Prefer 2 years of experience in tuning the performance of MS SQL Server database environments.
• Prefer 3 years working with system and database management tools.
• Prefer knowledge of and experience with AI and data analysis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of development and design of systems as it relates to architecture; of project control; of database structures and theories; of current database technologies; of data analysis techniques. The ability to identify and define user task needs; to process information logically; to conduct short-range and long-range project planning; to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments; to assess future information needs so that the databases can evolve in an appropriate manner. Ability to follow established procedures and assist in the development of new procedures; to work in a team environment; and handle multiple projects with strong attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Uses all knowledge, skills and abilities to apply critical thinking to all aspects of the job. Critical thinking is a process of forming reasoned opinions through observation, information collection, interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation, and other skills necessary to successfully meet performance standards of the job.
Must be self-motivated.