Robert Half Technology is seeking a Database Administrator (DBA) to support and enhance enterprise database systems, with a primary focus on the Deltek Vantagepoint ERP backend . This role plays a critical part in maintaining performance, reliability, and security across multiple Microsoft SQL Server environments—both on-premise and cloud-connected.
You will join our IT Data Team, partnering closely with engineering, analytics, and ERP stakeholders to drive stability while contributing to long-term modernization initiatives. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on administration, performance tuning, and cross-system data integration.
Key Responsibilities
SQL Server & ERP Administration
- Administer, monitor, and optimize multiple Microsoft SQL Server instances, including Deltek Vantagepoint as the primary ERP database.
- Write, tune, and optimize complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views.
- Create and schedule SQL Server Agent jobs for automation, maintenance, and reporting pipelines.
- Implement and test backup, recovery, and failover strategies for business continuity.
- Manage indexing , query performance, and system optimization.
- Plan and execute Deltek Vantagepoint upgrades , schema updates, and related integrations.
- Build and publish SSRS reports and data models supporting operational and financial reporting.
Cross-System Data Architecture
Support integrations between SQL Server and Azure Databricks Lakehouse environments.Collaborate with engineers and analysts on data flows to other enterprise systems.Develop and maintain SQL-based business logic and transformation layers.Contribute to Unity Catalog , metadata management, and data lineage documentation.Partner with Power BI administrators to optimize Fabric dataset refreshes and gateway performance.Data Governance, Security & Monitoring
Enforce data access controls and adhere to governance and compliance standards.Participate in data quality audits, issue management, and continuous reliability improvements.Monitor database performance using native and custom tools; proactively resolve issues.Maintain operational and configuration documentation across all database environments.Requirements
Strong proficiency administering SQL Server (configuration, tuning, security, indexing).Expert-level T-SQL (CTEs, window functions, MERGE, dynamic SQL, temp tables).Experience supporting ERP databases (Deltek Vision / Vantagepoint strongly preferred).Hands-on experience with on-prem SQL Server .Understanding of data warehousing concepts.Familiarity with Azure Databricks and Power BI connectivity preferred.Knowledge of data governance (lineage, metadata, access control, quality).PowerShell scripting experience a plus.Strong documentation and communication capabilities.Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.3–7 years of professional SQL Server database administration experience.Experience with Deltek Vision / Vantagepoint and / or Databricks preferred.Work Modality & Salary
Full-time | Onsite | Murrieta, CAStandard business hours with occasional upgrade / maintenance windows.Salary : $95,000 – $125,000 / yearApply today through Robert Half Technology!