Database administrator jobs in Bryan, TX

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Job Title: Database Administrator About the Role: We are seeking a skilled Database Administrator (DBA) with deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will manage, maintain, and optimize enterprise databases both in the cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. This role requires hands-on experience with Azure Cloud services and on-premises Hyper-V implementations. Job Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft SQL Server databases across multiple environments. Design, implement, and manage database solutions in Microsoft Azure Cloud (Off-Prem). Manage on-premises database environments using Azure Local Hyper-V for virtualization. Monitor database performance, troubleshoot issues, and apply necessary tuning for optimal operations. Ensure database security, integrity, and backup/recovery procedures are implemented and maintained. Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and operations teams to support database-related projects and migrations. Develop and maintain documentation for database architecture, configurations, and procedures. Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery planning, and implementation of best practices for database operations. Qualifications: 5+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration and troubleshooting. Proven expertise in Microsoft Azure, including cloud database services and virtualized environments. Experience with Azure Local Hyper-V (on-premises) deployment, management, and integration. Solid understanding of database security, backup, recovery, and high-availability solutions. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with database migration to/from Azure Cloud. Familiarity with automation and scripting tools for database management (PowerShell, T-SQL). Knowledge of performance monitoring tools and optimization techniques. What you need to know about us We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity' and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner! We are Collaborators. You'll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don't stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support. We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!

SQL Database Administrator / Developer (Contract) Duration: 3-Month Contract, may extend Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m W2, must be legally authorized to work in the US for any employer. Sub vendors not considered. Overview Dexian is recruiting for a client seeking a hands-on SQL Database Administrator/Developer to optimize and modernize SQL Server environments as part of a database merge and upgrade to SQL Server 2022. This role blends administration, performance tuning, and development - ideal for someone who thrives in a small, fast-moving technical team. What You'll Do Review and optimize SQL Server environments (2019+). Analyze and document stored procedures, indexes, and performance bottlenecks. Lead a database merge and migration to SQL Server 2022. Collaborate with developers and DevOps on automation and CI/CD integration. Build a project plan outlining improvements, fixes, and recommendations. What We're Looking For 5+ years of SQL Server DBA/Developer experience. Strong in T-SQL, performance tuning, and stored procedure optimization. Experience with AWS (RDS/EC2) and CI/CD tools like CodeBuild or Bitbucket. Excellent documentation and communication skills. Based in Houston or within easy driving distance for onsite collaboration. Join a team where your database expertise will directly impact performance, scalability, and modernization. Desired Skills and Experience SQL Database Administrator / Developer (Contract) Location: Houston, TX (Remote + Onsite ~3x/month, North Houston) Duration: 3-Month Contract, may extend Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m W2, no sub vendors Overview Dexian is recruiting for a client seeking a hands-on SQL Database Administrator/Developer to optimize and modernize SQL Server environments as part of a database merge and upgrade to SQL Server 2022. This role blends administration, performance tuning, and development - ideal for someone who thrives in a small, fast-moving technical team. What You'll Do Review and optimize SQL Server environments (2019+). Analyze and document stored procedures, indexes, and performance bottlenecks. Lead a database merge and migration to SQL Server 2022. Collaborate with developers and DevOps on automation and CI/CD integration. Build a project plan outlining improvements, fixes, and recommendations. What We're Looking For 5+ years of SQL Server DBA/Developer experience. Strong in T-SQL, performance tuning, and stored procedure optimization. Experience with AWS (RDS/EC2) and CI/CD tools like CodeBuild or Bitbucket. Excellent documentation and communication skills. Based in Houston or within easy driving distance for onsite collaboration. Join a team where your database expertise will directly impact performance, scalability, and modernization. Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit ******************* to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Job Title: PostgreSQL DBA Duration: Full-time with Apexon The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in PostgreSQL database design, administration, performance tuning, and data migration - with proven experience supporting enterprise-scale applications in secure environments. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain PostgreSQL databases across development, testing, and production environments. Perform logical database design, schema optimization, and data modeling to support application performance and scalability. Oversee database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies. Support database upgrades, migrations, and patch management. Collaborate closely with application development teams to ensure efficient SQL design and database integration. Implement and maintain database backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies. Required Skills & Experience: 9-10 years of experience as a Database Administrator with focus on PostgreSQL. Strong understanding of logical database design, normalization, and schema management. Experience in SQL performance tuning, query optimization, and database partitioning. Experience supporting State or Federal government projects or large consulting clients Familiarity with AWS RDS / Cloud PostgreSQL environments is a plus. Experience with Linux environments, shell scripting, and monitoring tools (e.g., pg Admin, Prometheus, Grafana).

Under general supervision of the Senior Systems Analyst, the Applications Administrator will act as the primary system administrator for assigned applications as well as the escalation point for more in-depth and complex issues. * Serves as Administrator of assigned applications by maintaining the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and documentation. * Evaluates, tests, and applies updates and patches to assigned applications on a scheduled basis. * Troubleshoots, resolves, and documents issues and changes related to assigned applications. * Communicates effectively with all stakeholders and users to address application issues, upgrades, and changes. * Researches, proposes, and implements systems enhancements that will improve the reliability, features, and performance of the assigned applications. * Learns new applications, technologies, and processes as they relate to the customer needs. * Becomes knowledgeable of the capabilities of major applications, having a clear understanding of their capabilities and how they interact to identify additional integration opportunities. * Collaborates with users to identify needs and gather requirements for reporting, enhancements, changes, etc. as they pertain to assigned applications. * Provides consistent and reliable support to the users through training and documentation for optimal use of the application. Other Duties as assigned. Supervision Received: General instruction, task assignment and prioritization, and periodic employee performance evaluations. Given: This is a non-supervisory position. Education Required: Associates in a computer science or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, CIS, MIS, Business Administration, Database Administration or related field. Experience Required: One (1) year of work experience as an Applications Administrator, Business Analyst, Programmer, System Administrator, Database Administrator, or related field. Preferred: Two (2) years of related work experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required: None required. Preferred: Physical Demands Typical: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to type; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds, such as computers, printers, stacks of records, or other similar objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Typical: PC hardware and software including MS windows and Office applications, user-support techniques and supervisory skills. Operate standard word processing, spreadsheet, and database software; Ability to work successfully and maintain composure in stressful situations with minimal supervision is required. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with county employees. Work Environment Typical: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be noisy or distracting. The employee is required to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and to perform tedious and exacting work. The employee may be required to work closely with others as part of a team or perform required job functions remotely, to work under time pressures to meet deadlines, and to work in emergency situations.

Technology Additional Information: Show/Hide Primary Purpose: Assist the Department in directly managing the information systems and computer services for the district. Manage full lifecycle of individual systems and services as assigned from conception, through production and final replacement. Create and/or organize systems to store and secure a variety of data. Troubleshooting issues in assigned databases and providing quick resolutions. Lead efforts related to initiating system tasks, identifying failures and abnormalities, initiating corrective actions, and recommends and controls system recoveries to re-establish effective operations. Qualifications: Education * Candidate must have an associate's degree (bachelor's degree preferred) in a related field or equivalent verifiable work experience. K-12 environment strongly preferred. * CompTia and industry certifications preferred * Demonstrated competence in administrative software and database systems support and management/setup/maintenance/interfacing to include student records and other database systems. * Experience working with multiple entities and organizations to complete tasks and reports. * Some education substitutions may be made with military experience on a case-by-case basis depending on your occupational specialty. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in each of the following: * Student information systems and/or enterprise resource planning suites (Skyward Qmlative) * Applications specification and analysis * Maintenance of complex, enterprise-scale client/server systems * Demonstrated experience in direct user support * Knowledge of state reporting * Experience with the district's student information data services software applications Work Schedule: 226 days Salary: PG 2 Admin/Prof Screenings may begin 5 school days from date posted. Position will remain posted until filled. Attachment(s): * Job Description

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Under general supervision of the Senior Systems Analyst, the Applications Administrator will act as the primary system administrator for assigned applications as well as the escalation point for more in-depth and complex issues. Essential Duties: · Serves as Administrator of assigned applications by maintaining the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and documentation. · Evaluates, tests, and applies updates and patches to assigned applications on a scheduled basis. · Troubleshoots, resolves, and documents issues and changes related to assigned applications. · Communicates effectively with all stakeholders and users to address application issues, upgrades, and changes. · Researches, proposes, and implements systems enhancements that will improve the reliability, features, and performance of the assigned applications. · Learns new applications, technologies, and processes as they relate to the customer needs. · Becomes knowledgeable of the capabilities of major applications, having a clear understanding of their capabilities and how they interact to identify additional integration opportunities. · Collaborates with users to identify needs and gather requirements for reporting, enhancements, changes, etc. as they pertain to assigned applications. · Provides consistent and reliable support to the users through training and documentation for optimal use of the application. Other Duties as assigned. Supervision Received: General instruction, task assignment and prioritization, and periodic employee performance evaluations. Given: This is a non-supervisory position. Education Required: Associates in a computer science or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, CIS, MIS, Business Administration, Database Administration or related field. Experience Required: One (1) year of work experience as an Applications Administrator, Business Analyst, Programmer, System Administrator, Database Administrator, or related field. Preferred: Two (2) years of related work experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required: None required. Preferred: Physical Demands Typical: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to type; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 40 pounds, such as computers, printers, stacks of records, or other similar objects. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Typical: PC hardware and software including MS windows and Office applications, user-support techniques and supervisory skills. Operate standard word processing, spreadsheet, and database software; Ability to work successfully and maintain composure in stressful situations with minimal supervision is required. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with county employees. Work Environment Typical: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but may be noisy or distracting. The employee is required to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and to perform tedious and exacting work. The employee may be required to work closely with others as part of a team or perform required job functions remotely, to work under time pressures to meet deadlines, and to work in emergency situations.

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to identify experienced Database Administrators for a high-priority training and evaluation project. Freelancers will be tasked with performing a wide range of real-world database operations to support AI model development focused on SQL, systems administration, and performance optimization. This short-term contract is ideal for experts ready to bring practical, production-grade insights to frontier AI training efforts. * * * **2\. Key Responsibilities** - Design and optimize complex SQL queries using EXPLAIN plans and indexing strategies - Implement schema changes with CREATE/ALTER statements and rollback planning - Configure and validate automated backup and restoration procedures - Manage user roles and permissions following defined security policies - Export/import data between systems with validation checks and encoding integrity - Execute data quality checks and report violations with remediation scripts - Apply statistics updates, manage transaction logs, and test failover recovery - Perform compliance data extractions, patching, and system audits for enterprise use cases - Document processes and performance findings in clear, reproducible formats * * * **3\. Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working in production environments - Expert-level SQL skills and proficiency with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and/or SQL Server - Strong background in performance tuning, security, data integrity, and schema design - Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX), data export formats, and backup tooling - Comfortable handling large datasets, interpreting execution plans, and managing database infrastructure end-to-end - Ability to produce production-quality scripts and documentation for technical audiences * * * **4\. More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule - **Expected commitment: minimum 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** * * * **5\. Compensation & Contract Terms** - $90-100/hour for U.S.-based freelancers (localized rates may vary) - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect - You'll be classified as an independent contractor * * * **6\. Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form * * * **7\. About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to identify experienced Database Administrators for a high-priority training and evaluation project. Freelancers will be tasked with performing a wide range of real-world database operations to support AI model development focused on SQL, systems administration, and performance optimization. This short-term contract is ideal for experts ready to bring practical, production-grade insights to frontier AI training efforts. * * * **2\. Key Responsibilities** - Design and optimize complex SQL queries using EXPLAIN plans and indexing strategies - Implement schema changes with CREATE/ALTER statements and rollback planning - Configure and validate automated backup and restoration procedures - Manage user roles and permissions following defined security policies - Export/import data between systems with validation checks and encoding integrity - Execute data quality checks and report violations with remediation scripts - Apply statistics updates, manage transaction logs, and test failover recovery - Perform compliance data extractions, patching, and system audits for enterprise use cases - Document processes and performance findings in clear, reproducible formats * * * **3\. Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working in production environments - Expert-level SQL skills and proficiency with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and/or SQL Server - Strong background in performance tuning, security, data integrity, and schema design - Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX), data export formats, and backup tooling - Comfortable handling large datasets, interpreting execution plans, and managing database infrastructure end-to-end - Ability to produce production-quality scripts and documentation for technical audiences * * * **4\. More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule - **Expected commitment: minimum 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** * * * **5\. Compensation & Contract Terms** - $90-100/hour for U.S.-based freelancers (localized rates may vary) - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect - You'll be classified as an independent contractor * * * **6\. Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form * * * **7\. About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Mercor is recruiting **Database Administrators who work in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Sector** as independent contractors working on a research project **for one of the world's top AI companies. ** This project involves using your professional experience to design questions related to your occupation as a Database Administrator. Applicants must: - Have **4+ years full-time work experience** as a Database Administrator; and - **Be based in the US, UK, or Canada** Here are more details about the role: - We aim to make **the hourly compensation rate offered to you competitive based on your professional background and geographic location** (please note that the listed hourly compensation scale is for U. S. -based applicants and that that scale will differ depending on where a candidate is geographically based) - The work is **fully asynchronous** and can be done around your schedule - This project requires that you be able to commit a **minimum of 15 hours per week** - The work **will last for approximately 3-4 weeks after you begin the project** - Please note you will need access to a desktop or laptop computer for this project and that we **cannot accept applicants who use chromebook computers** With respect to pay and legal status: - **We can meet industry-standard compensation expectations for your current role** - We will pay you out weekly via Stripe Connect based on the number of project work hours that you log - You will be classified as an “at-will” contractor to Mercor - Please note that we **cannot currently support H1-B or STEM OPT status candidates**

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to identify experienced Database Administrators for a high-priority training and evaluation project. Freelancers will be tasked with performing a wide range of real-world database operations to support AI model development focused on SQL, systems administration, and performance optimization. This short-term contract is ideal for experts ready to bring practical, production-grade insights to frontier AI training efforts. * * * **2\. Key Responsibilities** - Design and optimize complex SQL queries using EXPLAIN plans and indexing strategies - Implement schema changes with CREATE/ALTER statements and rollback planning - Configure and validate automated backup and restoration procedures - Manage user roles and permissions following defined security policies - Export/import data between systems with validation checks and encoding integrity - Execute data quality checks and report violations with remediation scripts - Apply statistics updates, manage transaction logs, and test failover recovery - Perform compliance data extractions, patching, and system audits for enterprise use cases - Document processes and performance findings in clear, reproducible formats * * * **3\. Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working in production environments - Expert-level SQL skills and proficiency with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and/or SQL Server - Strong background in performance tuning, security, data integrity, and schema design - Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX), data export formats, and backup tooling - Comfortable handling large datasets, interpreting execution plans, and managing database infrastructure end-to-end - Ability to produce production-quality scripts and documentation for technical audiences * * * **4\. More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule - **Expected commitment: minimum 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** * * * **5\. Compensation & Contract Terms** - $90-100/hour for U.S.-based freelancers (localized rates may vary) - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect - You'll be classified as an independent contractor * * * **6\. Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form * * * **7\. About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to identify experienced Database Administrators for a high-priority training and evaluation project. Freelancers will be tasked with performing a wide range of real-world database operations to support AI model development focused on SQL, systems administration, and performance optimization. This short-term contract is ideal for experts ready to bring practical, production-grade insights to frontier AI training efforts. * * * **2\. Key Responsibilities** - Design and optimize complex SQL queries using EXPLAIN plans and indexing strategies - Implement schema changes with CREATE/ALTER statements and rollback planning - Configure and validate automated backup and restoration procedures - Manage user roles and permissions following defined security policies - Export/import data between systems with validation checks and encoding integrity - Execute data quality checks and report violations with remediation scripts - Apply statistics updates, manage transaction logs, and test failover recovery - Perform compliance data extractions, patching, and system audits for enterprise use cases - Document processes and performance findings in clear, reproducible formats * * * **3\. Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working in production environments - Expert-level SQL skills and proficiency with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and/or SQL Server - Strong background in performance tuning, security, data integrity, and schema design - Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX), data export formats, and backup tooling - Comfortable handling large datasets, interpreting execution plans, and managing database infrastructure end-to-end - Ability to produce production-quality scripts and documentation for technical audiences * * * **4\. More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule - **Expected commitment: minimum 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** * * * **5\. Compensation & Contract Terms** - $90-100/hour for U.S.-based freelancers (localized rates may vary) - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect - You'll be classified as an independent contractor * * * **6\. Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form * * * **7\. About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to identify experienced Database Administrators for a high-priority training and evaluation project. Freelancers will be tasked with performing a wide range of real-world database operations to support AI model development focused on SQL, systems administration, and performance optimization. This short-term contract is ideal for experts ready to bring practical, production-grade insights to frontier AI training efforts. * * * **2\. Key Responsibilities** - Design and optimize complex SQL queries using EXPLAIN plans and indexing strategies - Implement schema changes with CREATE/ALTER statements and rollback planning - Configure and validate automated backup and restoration procedures - Manage user roles and permissions following defined security policies - Export/import data between systems with validation checks and encoding integrity - Execute data quality checks and report violations with remediation scripts - Apply statistics updates, manage transaction logs, and test failover recovery - Perform compliance data extractions, patching, and system audits for enterprise use cases - Document processes and performance findings in clear, reproducible formats * * * **3\. Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working in production environments - Expert-level SQL skills and proficiency with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and/or SQL Server - Strong background in performance tuning, security, data integrity, and schema design - Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX), data export formats, and backup tooling - Comfortable handling large datasets, interpreting execution plans, and managing database infrastructure end-to-end - Ability to produce production-quality scripts and documentation for technical audiences * * * **4\. More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule - **Expected commitment: minimum 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** * * * **5\. Compensation & Contract Terms** - $90-100/hour for U.S.-based freelancers (localized rates may vary) - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect - You'll be classified as an independent contractor * * * **6\. Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form * * * **7\. About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.

Mercor is collaborating with a leading AI organization to identify experienced Database Administrators for a high-priority training and evaluation project. Freelancers will be tasked with performing a wide range of real-world database operations to support AI model development focused on SQL, systems administration, and performance optimization. This short-term contract is ideal for experts ready to bring practical, production-grade insights to frontier AI training efforts. * * * **2\. Key Responsibilities** - Design and optimize complex SQL queries using EXPLAIN plans and indexing strategies - Implement schema changes with CREATE/ALTER statements and rollback planning - Configure and validate automated backup and restoration procedures - Manage user roles and permissions following defined security policies - Export/import data between systems with validation checks and encoding integrity - Execute data quality checks and report violations with remediation scripts - Apply statistics updates, manage transaction logs, and test failover recovery - Perform compliance data extractions, patching, and system audits for enterprise use cases - Document processes and performance findings in clear, reproducible formats * * * **3\. Ideal Qualifications** - 5+ years of experience as a Database Administrator working in production environments - Expert-level SQL skills and proficiency with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and/or SQL Server - Strong background in performance tuning, security, data integrity, and schema design - Familiarity with compliance standards (e.g., SOX), data export formats, and backup tooling - Comfortable handling large datasets, interpreting execution plans, and managing database infrastructure end-to-end - Ability to produce production-quality scripts and documentation for technical audiences * * * **4\. More About the Opportunity** - Remote and asynchronous - work on your own schedule - **Expected commitment: minimum 30 hours/week** - **Project duration: ~6 weeks** * * * **5\. Compensation & Contract Terms** - $90-100/hour for U.S.-based freelancers (localized rates may vary) - Paid weekly via Stripe Connect - You'll be classified as an independent contractor * * * **6\. Application Process** - Submit your resume followed by domain expertise interview and short form * * * **7\. About Mercor** - Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations. - Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. - Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI.