TITLE: SQL Server DBA LOCATION: Duluth, GA (onsite 5 days per week) ANTICIPATED DURATION: Direct Hire Role SQL Server DBA Responsibilities: - Deploy and manage Microsoft SQL and other database systems locally and in Azure. - Work with Research and Development teams to fine-tune and improve how games and applications interact with SQL and other databases. - Analyze and update complex SQL queries to improve database and application performance and efficiency. - Conduct database administration, configuration, performance tuning, and replication. - Perform database sizing, space management, and SQL tuning on SQL Server 2019 and 2022. - Perform storage, server, and database backups, data migrations, and disaster recovery operations. - Document procedures related to supporting and managing SQL and other databases. - Collaborate with business applications, vendors, consultants, contractors, and IT personnel. - Provide technical assistance to other departments and divisions. - Support data warehousing and data lakes including ETL strategy, data movement and aggregation, as well as data quality strategy. SQL Server DBA Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related analytical field. - At least 5 years of experience as a Database Administrator with strong SQL skills. - Strong familiarity with development methodologies, including AGILE development approaches. - 2+ years' experience working with SQL virtual machines and databases in Azure. - Knowledge of reporting and query tools. - Expertise in SQL databases, SQL security, performance and query tuning, replication, backups, patching, maintenance, and implementation. - Experience using MS SQL databases in application development. - Experience with scripting languages (e.g., T-SQL, or PowerShell) for automation. - Experience with ETL processes and tools, including Azure Data Factory. - Excellent oral and written communication skills. - Practical knowledge of web application security. SQL Server DBA Preferred Experience: - Additional relevant certifications or advanced technical training. - Experience with other cloud platforms or database technologies. - Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to ****** If you require assistance or an accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us at ******. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Synergis is a workforce solutions partner serving thousands of businesses and job seekers nationwide. Our digital world has accelerated the need for businesses to build IT ecosystems that enable growth and innovation along with enhancing the Total Experience (TX). Synergis partners with our clients at the intersection of talent and transformation to scale their balanced teams of tech, digital, and creative professionals. Learn more about Synergis at . The compensation range for this position is $90 - $120k annually (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location).