SQL Server DBA , Contract

Overview of 66degrees

66degrees is an end-to-end AI transformation partner that guides enterprises from complex business challenges to clear, quantifiable outcomes. Our company is the culmination of several successful firms, each a leader in its own right in cloud, artificial intelligence, and data. This convergence of talent and expertise is how we help businesses reach their own "inflection point," where chaotic data becomes a strategic asset, complexity becomes clarity, and AI becomes an engine for growth. Our ultimate vision is to be the catalyst for a future where every business operates as an intelligent enterprise, with autonomous systems unlocking human potential.

At 66degrees, we believe in thriving through challenges and winning together. These values not only guide us in achieving our goals as a company but also for our people. We are dedicated to creating a significant impact for our employees by fostering a culture that sparks innovation and supports professional and personal growth along the way.

Overview of 66degrees

66degrees is a leading consulting and professional services company specializing in developing AI-focused, data-led solutions leveraging the latest advancements in cloud technology. With our unmatched engineering capabilities and vast industry experience, we help the world's leading brands transform their business challenges into opportunities and shape the future of work.

Overview of Role

We are seeking a highly skilled SQL Server Database Administrator with deep expertise in performance tuning, schema design, and database modernization. This role will lead agentic-driven database transformation initiatives, focusing on migration planning, query optimization, and automated monitoring across both legacy systems and cloud-hosted environments.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical depth with a strategic mindset to modernize and optimize enterprise data platforms.

Important Details:
Employment Type: Contract - (upto 4-5 weeks)
Work Mode: 100% Remote
Notice Period: Immediate Joiners

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize SQL Server databases across on-premises and cloud environments

• Lead database modernization initiatives, including migration from legacy systems to cloud platforms

• Design and implement efficient, scalable database schemas aligned with business requirements

• Perform advanced performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies

• Develop and implement automated monitoring, alerting, and self-healing database solutions

• Analyze and resolve complex database performance and availability issues

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data engineering, DevOps, and application teams

• Ensure data security, integrity, backup, and disaster recovery strategies are in place

• Drive adoption of agentic and AI-driven approaches for database operations and optimization

• Document database architecture, processes, and best practices

Qualifications

• Mid- to senior-level professional with hands-on expertise in SQL Server database administration, performance optimization, and enterprise-scale database environments

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration and architecture

• Proven expertise in performance tuning, query optimization, and execution plan analysis

• Experience in database schema design and data modeling

• Demonstrated experience with database migration projects (on-prem to cloud platforms such as Azure or similar)

• Familiarity with automation tools, monitoring solutions, and scripting (PowerShell, T-SQL, or similar)

• Understanding of high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions

• Experience working with large-scale, high-volume transactional systems

• Knowledge of cloud database services and hybrid architectures

• Exposure to AI/agentic-driven database optimization approaches is a plus

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related or equivalent work experience required

66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.

66degrees is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status or other legally protected class.

AI Transparency & Disclosure

As an AI transformation partner, 66degrees leverages intelligent solutions to enhance our recruitment experience. We utilize AI tools—including LinkedIn Recruiter’s Hiring Assistant and interview transcription technologies—to assist with sourcing, role analysis, and capturing interview highlights.

These tools augment our process, but we "Commit to Our Craft" by ensuring all final hiring decisions are made by our human Talent Team. By applying, you acknowledge the use of these technologies to help us "Win Together" in finding the best fit for our team.