Coding Debugging Transact Sql Patching Administrator

Coding Debugging Transact Sql Patching Administrator

(Jobs in Mechanicsville, VA

Requirement id 159283

Job title Administrator

Job location in Mechanicsville, VA

Skills required MS SQL Server Databases, SQL Server Tuning, Coding, Debugging Transact Sql Patching

Open Date 09-Oct-2026

Close Date

Job type Contract

Duration 8 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview type ---

Email Recruiter:Vikash KJ

Job Description Administrator: MS SQL Server Databases, SQL Server Tuning, Coding, Debugging Transact Sql Patching

Start date : 10/19/2026

End Date : 06/30/2027

Submission deadline : 10/12/2026

Client Info : VDOT

Note:

• Work Arrangement: Remote

• Agency Interview Type: Either Phone or In Person

Description:

VDOT ITD Tolling group is seeking a SQL 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 DBA

Expertise working with SQL clustering, mirroring and high availability

Experience working with large SQL databases

Expertise in writing Transact SQL

Experience tuning SQL Server databases

Expertise in installing, upgrading, patching and migrating SQL Server databases

Experience working on a Windows platform

Exposure to SSIS, SSAS, & SSRS

Experience working with Azure Cloud

• The 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 SQL

Review & 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 principles

Be 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 2 years of experience w/ Microsoft SQL Server database

At least 1 year of Azure, Snowflake, or Databricks experience (a certification is acceptable in lieu of experience)

Bachelors degree in computer science, information systems or other applicable and/or equivalent skills, knowledge and/or work history

Demonstrated experience in communicating effectively using standard requirements and design artifacts

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.

Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 159283 while calling.

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