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SQL Database Administrator

CFS

Grand Rapids, MI(remote)

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$47–$67 Per Hour
SKILLS
Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Clustering Software, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Recovery, Data Structures, Data Warehousing, Database Administration, Database Optimization, Database Replication, Disaster Recovery, Document Management, Failover, File Systems, Financial Systems, High Availability, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Leadership, Legal, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server DBA (Database Administration), Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Transact-SQL (T-SQL), OLAP Cubes, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Power BI, Rural Contracts, SQL (Structured Query Language), SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Server Architecture, Software Administration, Software Patches, Software as a Service (SaaS), System Migration, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Technical Support, VMWare, Virtualization, iManage
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
2 days ago

Position: SQL Database Administrator
Job Type: 6-month Contract
Compensation: $47.00 - 67.00 per hour, W-2
Location: Remote


Role Summary:
We are seeking a highly capable SQL Database Administrator (DBA) to provide hands-on support for a complex, enterprise SQL Server environment during a temporary engagement. This individual will play a critical role in maintaining high availability, supporting infrastructure and application initiatives, and ensuring optimal database performance across both on-premises and cloud-based systems. This is a fully remote contract position supporting a technically strong team, where the DBA will serve as the primary database expert and partner closely with application teams and leadership.



Responsibilities of the Database Administrator:



  • Maintain high-availability SQL Server environments, ensuring uptime, reliability, and stability

  • Perform database administration tasks including patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning

  • Manage and support AlwaysOn Availability Groups, failover configurations, and database replication

  • Lead and contribute to SQL Server projects, such as:

    • Standing up new SQL Server instances (e.g., SQL Server 2025 Enterprise)

    • Migrating legacy SQL Server environments to modern platforms

    • Supporting cloud migration initiatives (e.g., document management systems)



  • Collaborate with systems analysts and development teams on data operations (scripting, inserts/updates, data movement)

  • Evaluate current environments and provide recommendations for optimization and best practices

  • Support environments spanning on-prem, SaaS, and virtualized infrastructure (VMware, with movement toward Hyper-V)

  • Work with advanced data structures including data warehouses, replicas, tabular models, and cubes


Preferred Experience of the Database Administrator:





  • Strong experience administering Microsoft SQL Server in enterprise environments



  • Proven expertise in:

    • Performance tuning and monitoring

    • Backup/recovery and disaster recovery planning

    • SQL Server architecture and high availability design

    • Replication and database scalability



  • Hands-on experience with:

    • AlwaysOn Availability Groups and failover clustering

    • Database scripting and querying (T-SQL)

    • Reporting tools such as SSRS and Power BI



  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional technical teams

  • Strong communication skills, particularly in remote environments

  • Experience supporting both legacy systems and modernized SQL environments

  • Comfortable working independently as the sole DBA on a team



Bonus Experience of the Database Administrator:






    • Experience within a law firm or legal technology environment



    • Familiarity with legal/financial systems such as Elite 3E or Aderant

    • Exposure to enterprise platforms including, iManage, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, FoundationIP, Box file transfer systems

    • Experience supporting cloud migrations and hybrid environments from a data perspective





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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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