Senior MS SQL Database Administrator - Richmond, VA - Hybrid

Senior MS SQL Database AdministratorSQL Server / Cloud DBA to join the Tolling Eng and Ops Team to administer and support SQL Server and cloud databases in the Tolling group; the role also includes help desk and application support responsibilities.The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Information Technology Division (ITD) Tolling group is seeking a SQL Server database /Cloud database administrator to join the Tolling Engineering and Operations Team. The selected candidate will administer and support SQL Server and cloud databases in the Tolling group. Additional help desk and application support responsibilities will be part of rotation with the Tolling team.The selected candidate has:Expertise working as a SQL Server DBAExpertise working with SQL clustering, mirroring and high availabilityExperience working with large SQL databasesExpertise in writing Transact SQLExperience tuning SQL Server databasesExpertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databasesExperience working on a Windows platformExposure to SSIS, SSAS, & SSRSExperience working with Azure CloudThe selected candidate will:Monitor databases to maintain/ensure database uptime and availability.Troubleshoot application/database issues related to connectivity, access, security, etc.Tune long running SQLReview & refine existing database tasks and processes to better align with agency/group priorities.Leverage & utilize O/S scripting utilities in support of database maintenance/diagnosis/support.Review the existing database implementation and propose, execute, and/or direct necessary changes.Perform SQL Server installations (2022, 2025+ w/failover clustering).Support SQL Server databases (administration, support, tuning).Knowledgeable of data modeling principlesBe expected to...Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Independently perform a variety of complicated tasks.Work with a team of Engineering and Operations professionals.Communicate clearly and effectively, both speaking and in writing.Qualifications:At least 6 years of experience w/ Microsoft SQL Server databaseAt least 1 year of Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks experience (a certification is acceptable in lieu of experience)Master's degree in computer science, information systems or other applicable and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and/or work historyDemonstrated experience in communicating effectively using standard requirements and design artifactsMinimum 3–4 years hands-on experience upgrading E?ZPassVirginia Tolling SQL Server environments from SQL 2012 to SQL 2019, including compatibility evaluations, Query Tuning Assistant, and Database Migration Assistant.Experience diagnosing and resolving deadlocks and blocking in Tolling production workloads, including extended events, Query Store, and wait statistic analysis.Experience tuning Very Large Databases (2 TB+) including index optimization, long?running workload analysis, and minimizing resource contention.Desired knowledge of and experience with the following technologies:SQL Server 2019+Cloud databases (Azure, Snowflake, and/or Databricks)Special Instructions to Applicants:This position requires a fingerprint-based background check.The successful contractor will be required to continue education at own expense to stay current with VDOT technologies.