Database Administrator

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Robert Half is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a Database Administrator (contract). In this role, you will support the performance, reliability, and security of critical database environments. This role is responsible for database administration, monitoring, optimization, backup and recovery management, and production support across a growing technology ecosystem. This role is onsite in Austin, Tx. Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister, maintain, and optimize database environments to ensure reliability, availability, and performanceMonitor database health, capacity, and resource utilization while proactively identifying and resolving issuesPerform database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing improvementsManage database installations, upgrades, patches, and configuration changesDevelop and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes to support business continuity objectivesValidate backup and recovery procedures through regular testing and documentationSupport production environments by diagnosing and resolving database-related incidents and service disruptionsConduct root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve system stabilityImplement and maintain database security controls, auditing processes, and access management practicesSupport internal and external audit activities and assist with compliance-related requirementsDevelop and enhance monitoring, alerting, and automation solutions to improve operational efficiencyCollaborate with Engineering, Infrastructure, and DevOps teams to support application performance and scalabilityProvide guidance on database design, schema development, data modeling, and best practicesAssist with data integration, migration, and modernization initiativesCreate and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and knowledge-sharing resourcesIdentify opportunities for continuous improvement in database operations, reliability, and scalability