Database Lead / DBA
Location: dallas, Texas
Country: United States
Category: Technology
Workplace Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract
Posted Date: June 3, 2026
Job ID: 648093
Job Description
Location: Remote
Pay Rate: $ 59.00-$61.80
Responsibilities:
- Oversee database identification and assess migration readiness across the enterprise application landscape.
- Lead MS SQL Server and Azure SQL deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting to support complex application and Power App migrations.
- Ensures data integrity, performance, and compliance throughout migration and validation activities.
- Conduct advanced performance tuning and resolve database bottlenecks to guarantee post-migration stability and efficiency.
- Implement and manage robust backup and restore strategies to safeguard enterprise data throughout the migration lifecycle.
- Leverage enterprise data migration tools to facilitate seamless, secure data transitions.
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm's respectful and courteous work environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field required. Alternatively, candidates with at least 10 years of relevant desktop administration experience and Microsoft certifications will also be considered.
- Ability to work with sensitive data, which requires them to be a US Citizen.
- Progressive experience as a Database Administrator or Database Lead with deep technical expertise in MS SQL Server and Azure SQL.
- Proven experience supporting and troubleshooting application and Power App migrations.
- Hands-on proficiency with enterprise data migration tools and data validation techniques.
- Strong background in database backup/restore procedures and proactive performance tuning.
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
