Remote Database Administrator

Description:

• PG&E is seeking a seasoned SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA) to support the Service Operations – SQL DB team.
• This role is 100% remote and ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, juggles multiple projects with ease, and communicates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
• The DBA will be responsible for managing SQL Server environments with a focus on high availability, disaster recovery, and performance tuning.
• This is a project-based role that demands strong judgment, technical expertise, and collaboration across IT and business teams.
• Key responsibilities include providing senior-level SQL Server database administration across multiple concurrent projects, designing, implementing, and supporting AlwaysOn Availability Groups, mirroring, and clustering.
• The DBA will perform migrations, upgrades, and performance tuning for SQL Server databases, develop and maintain SSIS packages and database scripts using T-SQL and PowerShell.
• The role requires partnering with Project Managers and other DBAs to estimate resource needs, identify dependencies, and manage risk.
• The DBA must follow established standards for database security, patching, and change management, and communicate project status, risks, and technical issues clearly and proactively.
• Maintaining open and collaborative communication across cross-functional teams and ensuring database systems are highly available and reliable is essential.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 5+ years of experience as a Senior SQL Server DBA.
• Hands-on experience with AlwaysOn Availability Groups is required.
• Experience with SQL Server High Availability and Disaster Recovery configurations is necessary.
• A strong background in performance tuning and query optimization is essential.
• Candidates should have experience developing with SSIS.
• Proficiency in PowerShell and T-SQL scripting is required.
• Experience managing SQL Server migrations and upgrades is necessary.
• Candidates must demonstrate a proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks daily.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Experience working within enterprise IT environments and adhering to compliance protocols is required.

Benefits:

• The position offers an hourly rate of $65/hr - $75/hr.
• The role is fully remote, allowing for flexibility in work location.
• Working with PG&E provides an opportunity to contribute to one of the largest combined natural gas and electric energy companies in the United States.
• Employees will be part of a team committed to building a sustainable energy future and driving innovation.