SQL DBA

SQL Database Administrator / Developer (Contract)

Location : Houston, TX (Remote + Onsite ~3x / month, The Woodlands / North Houston)

Duration : 3-Month Contract, may extend

Schedule : Monday-Friday, 6 : 00 a.m.-2 : 00 p.m. or 7 : 00 a.m.-3 : 00 p.m

W2, must be legally authorized to work in the US for any employer. Sub vendors not considered.

Overview

Dexian is recruiting for a client seeking a hands-on SQL Database Administrator / Developer to optimize and modernize SQL Server environments as part of a database merge and upgrade to SQL Server 2022 . This role blends administration, performance tuning, and development - ideal for someone who thrives in a small, fast-moving technical team.

What You'll Do

Review and optimize SQL Server environments (2019+).

Analyze and document stored procedures, indexes, and performance bottlenecks.

Lead a database merge and migration to SQL Server 2022.

Collaborate with developers and DevOps on automation and CI / CD integration.

Build a project plan outlining improvements, fixes, and recommendations.

What We're Looking For

5+ years of SQL Server DBA / Developer experience.

Strong in T-SQL, performance tuning, and stored procedure optimization .

Experience with AWS (RDS / EC2) and CI / CD tools like CodeBuild or Bitbucket.

Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Based in Houston or within easy driving distance for onsite collaboration.

Join a team where your database expertise will directly impact performance, scalability, and modernization.

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit

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Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.