The SQL DBA is looking for candidates *local to Minnesota* and they must be *USC or Green Card.*
Location: Apple Valley, MN Interview Mode: 1 phone and 1 face-to-face Contract-to-hire (6 month contract portion) DBA will be installing, administering and supporting the company’s database systems for both internal and external clients. The candidate will be a member of the IT Enterprise Services team, which has responsibility for the overall technology production operations for all infrastructure and applications. Must Haves *5+ years of working in a database administrator role* *Understanding of database mirroring, availability groups and log shipping a must* *Proven background and strong experience of database structures, theories, principles, and practices* *Experience with MS SQL Server and PostgreSQL* *Experience with Microsoft full Database Stack (T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS)* *Experience using tools such as Red Gate Tools and Idera a plus* *Knowledge of education standards such as QTI/APIP, SIF, AIF a plus* *Strong analysis, research, and problem-solving skills* Responsibilities Assist in troubleshooting database services issues as they occur, including after-hours and weekends as required Ensure all databases are under maintenance plans, including but not limited to backups, stats update and indexes Maintain optimal operating performance for database systems Investigate user observations concerning performance of systems, provide detailed analysis on what factors are contributing to user’s observations Recommend solutions by defining database physical structure and functional capabilities, database security, data back-up, and recovery specifications Collaborates with Database Developers/Architects to support database requirements including but not limited to HA/DR Maintain database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters, implementing new releases, completing maintenance requirements, evaluating computer operating systems and hardware products Design and develop appropriate database capacity planning documentation Performs database upgrades, installations, log shipping, and migrations to alternate systems Ensure quality of service by establishing and enforcing industry best practices Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies Configure and maintain database monitoring tools, which are necessary to enhance the user experience and alerts technical administrators if degradation is experienced *Needed some details for submission process -* *Full Legal Name : Contact Number : Email ID : Current Location : * *Relocation :* *Last 4 digit of SSN : Skype ID : DOB(MM/DD) : * *Availability to Join : * *Work authorization :* *Education, University, Year:* *Regards* *Vishal Ji Awasthi* 214-227-9311(Direct) *E-Mail:*vis...@srimatrix.com *Srimatrix Inc.* 1255 west 15th street suite 815 Plano, TX 75075 *Web: **www.srimatrix.com* <http://www.srimatrix.com/>