L3/L4 SQL DBA

We’re seeking an experienced SQL Server Database Administrator for a contract opportunity supporting a confidential client in North Scottsdale, AZ. This role focuses on hands-on enterprise database administration, production support, performance tuning, and database availability.What’s the job?Administer and maintain enterprise Microsoft SQL Server databasesInvestigate and resolve production database issues affecting performance, availability, and reliabilityPerform database upgrades, patching, and migration activitiesSupport high availability, disaster recovery, replication, and backup and recovery processesMonitor database health, resource utilization, and capacityDevelop and maintain T-SQL and PowerShell scripts to support database operations and automationWhat’s needed?Strong hands-on SQL Server administration experience in enterprise production environmentsExperience resolving complex database incidents and performance issuesExperience with database upgrades, patching, migrations, backups, recovery, and high availability/disaster recoveryWorking experience with T-SQL and automation scriptingAbility to independently troubleshoot issues and perform day-to-day database administrationCurrently located in the Phoenix metro area and able to consistently work onsite in North Scottsdale Tuesday through ThursdayAlways On Availability Groups and SQL Server replication experience preferredPowerShell automation experience preferredExperience with Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs preferredDatabase monitoring and capacity planning experience preferredLegal authorization to work in the United StatesKey DetailsCompensation: $50–$70/hourLocation: North Scottsdale, AZWork Model: Onsite Tuesday–Thursday (three days per week)Benefits: Consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits, including medical, dental, and visionEmployment Type: Contract (three months)LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.