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JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description We are looking for an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. This Contract-to-permanent position involves managing SQL Server databases, ensuring their performance, and optimizing their functionality. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to troubleshoot issues while collaborating with development teams. Responsibilities: • Design, implement, and maintain SQL Server databases, including tasks such as integration, stored procedures, and user-defined functions. • Troubleshoot database issues, including security, backups, logging, reporting, and recovery procedures. • Provide guidance and support during the development and enhancement of production applications. • Implement and manage database changes, ensuring smooth and efficient releases. • Monitor database performance, utilization, and capacity to minimize downtime and ensure optimal operation. • Analyze, develop, test, and document enhancements to existing programs or create new database-related solutions as required. • Optimize database performance through thorough tuning and analysis. • Ensure adherence to best practices for database security and compliance.• Proficiency in SQL Server, including expertise in Integration Services, Transact-SQL, and SQL Server Agent. • Experience with Azure SQL Database and MySQL. • Strong skills in performance tuning and database optimization. • Knowledge of database administration for versions such as SQL Server 2008 and beyond. • Ability to analyze and document technical enhancements and processes. • Familiarity with SQL Server development and analysis tools. • Strong troubleshooting skills for database-related issues. • Experience with capacity planning and ensuring system reliability.

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