Allie Hebert

IDR is seeking a Lead / Senior SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer to join one of our top clients for an opportunity in Brentwood, Tennessee. This role will partner closely with executive IT leadership to stand up and optimize a new SQL Server environment in Azure IaaS and lead critical migration and separation work. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, senior-level DBA/Database Engineer who communicates clearly, thrives in fast-moving transition environments, and can own delivery end-to-end.

Position Overview for the Lead / Senior SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer:

• Stand up new Microsoft SQL Server environments within Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) to support a newly independent technology landscape
• Lead database migration/copy activities across non-production and production environments, partnering with application teams during cutovers
• Rebuild and operationalize SQL Agent jobs, maintenance plans, and monitoring to ensure stability from day one
• Drive performance tuning, indexing strategy, and early optimization to prevent downstream reliability and scalability issues
• Collaborate with a lean internal IT team and provide clear status updates, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders

Requirements for the Lead / Senior SQL Server DBA / Database Engineer:

• 7+ years of hands-on experience administering and engineering Microsoft SQL Server in production environments
• Demonstrated experience deploying and supporting SQL Server on Azure IaaS (VM-based), including configuration, storage, and operational considerations
• Proven database migration experience, including planning, execution, validation, and dependency awareness (e.g., jobs, logins, backups)
• Strong performance tuning and indexing optimization skills using data-driven troubleshooting approaches
• Excellent communication skills and ability to self-manage in a lean, high-visibility environment

What's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation package
• Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
• Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.

Why IDR?

• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.