Senior SQL Server DBA and Data Migration Specialist

SQL Server DBA / Data Migration Lead (SAS → SQL Server)

Mid–Senior Level | Fully Remote | Part-Time or Full-Time (Contract)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced SQL Server DBA to lead and execute a migration from SAS to Microsoft SQL Server. This role is hands-on and delivery-focused, combining SQL Server administration, data migration, and technical leadership.

The engagement is fully remote with flexible hours. Candidates may work part-time or up to 40 hours per week and do not need to leave their current role. This is well-suited for an experienced professional looking for a high-impact side engagement or flexible contract role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical conversion of SAS datasets, programs, and logic to SQL Server
• Analyze existing SAS workflows and translate them into efficient SQL Server–based solutions
• Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server schemas, stored procedures, views, and queries
• Own SQL Server administration including:
• Performance tuning and indexing
• Security and access controls

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• Backup, recovery, and reliability practices
• Validate data accuracy and performance against existing SAS outputs
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to ensure successful migration
• Document architecture, migration patterns, and operational procedures

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of SQL Server DBA experience (mid to senior level)
• Strong expertise in:
• SQL Server administration
• T-SQL development and optimization
• Performance monitoring and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience migrating from SAS to SQL Server (or SAS to another RDBMS)
• Ability to interpret and convert SAS logic into SQL-based implementations

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• Comfortable working independently in a remote, flexible engagement
• Clear communication skills and ability to explain technical decisions

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Experience with SSIS or other ETL tools
• Exposure to cloud-based SQL Server environments (Azure SQL, AWS RDS, etc.)
• Background supporting analytics, reporting, or data warehouse workloads

Engagement Details

• Location: Fully Remote
• Schedule: Flexible — Part-Time or Full-Time (up to 40 hrs/week)
• Type: Contract / Consulting
• Structure: Designed to allow candidates to maintain their current full-time role