<p><strong>Robert Half</strong> is actively partnering with an Austin-based client to identify a Database Administrator<strong> (contract).</strong> In this role, you will operate with limited supervision as part of an internal Data & Analytics team, supporting enterprise business intelligence initiatives that transform raw data into actionable insights for both internal and external stakeholders. The position is responsible for designing and delivering reporting solutions, including data modeling, data integration, metadata management, and the development of static, interactive, and subscription-based reports and dashboards. <strong>This role is hybrid in Austin, Tx. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Design and maintain data infrastructure that enables secure access to curated data sets for approved users.</li><li>Identify and integrate internal and external data sources by collaborating with business and technical subject matter experts to understand data structures, usage needs, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Administer and support SQL Server environments, including database maintenance, performance tuning, upgrades, and issue resolution.</li><li>Contribute to the design, maintenance, and evolution of conceptual and logical enterprise data models supporting data warehouse, data mart, and OLAP solutions.</li><li>Develop and maintain database solutions to support data storage, retrieval, and analytics use cases.</li><li>Own and support the full data pipeline, from ingesting raw data through transformation and integration into data warehouses, operational data stores, and reporting platforms.</li><li>Lead or support data migrations from legacy platforms to modern data solutions.</li><li>Design, build, test, deploy, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines across development and production environments, including requirements gathering, data analysis, validation, and release management.</li><li>Translate business needs into technical data and system requirements, ensuring alignment between business processes and analytics solutions.</li><li>Partner with stakeholders to determine which data elements deliver the greatest business value and ensure those metrics are accurately represented in dashboards and reports.</li><li>Design and maintain presentation-layer objects that enable intuitive reporting and support self-service analytics through enterprise BI tools or connectors.</li><li>Perform ongoing database administration, including patching, upgrades, monitoring, and performance optimization.</li><li>Analyze business requirements independently or in collaboration with business systems or BI analysts and produce detailed technical specifications.</li><li>Act as a data subject matter expert, promoting data-driven decision-making and integrating analytics into existing or evolving business processes.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Database Administrator</strong></p><p>On-site | Austin, TX | Contract</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Install, configure, manage, and maintain database systems in on‑prem, cloud, or hybrid environments</li><li>Ensure database performance, availability, reliability, and scalability</li><li>Monitor databases and troubleshoot performance, capacity, and connectivity issues</li><li>Manage database security, user access, roles, and permissions</li><li>Perform database backups, restores, and disaster recovery planning</li><li>Optimize queries, indexes, and database structures for performance and efficiency</li><li>Apply patches, upgrades, and version updates with minimal downtime</li><li>Implement data integrity, consistency, and quality standards</li><li>Collaborate with developers, data engineers, and infrastructure teams to support applications</li><li>Create and maintain documentation for database configurations, procedures, and standards</li></ul>
We are looking for a Systems Administrator to support daily IT operations and provide dependable technical assistance to employees in Austin, Texas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on support work while contributing to core infrastructure, end-user systems, and security-focused initiatives. The role combines desktop support, server administration, Microsoft 365 assistance, and environment maintenance in a collaborative technology setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Deliver front-line technical support for employees by resolving issues involving workstations, laptops, applications, printers, connectivity, and user access<br>• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot desktop and laptop hardware, operating systems, and business software across the organization<br>• Support the Microsoft 365 environment, including collaboration and productivity platforms such as SharePoint, Office, Teams, and Teams Voice<br>• Contribute to cybersecurity efforts by helping maintain a secure computing environment and addressing routine protection measures<br>• Assist with oversight and upkeep of the virtual server infrastructure using VMware vSphere and vCenter tools<br>• Perform regular server administration activities, including health checks, monitoring, and basic maintenance tasks<br>• Help manage user accounts, permissions, and directory services within the Active Directory environment<br>• Apply updates, security fixes, and system changes to Mac devices to maintain stability and compliance<br>• Track technology assets by coordinating lease timelines, equipment refreshes, and replacement planning<br>• Create and maintain clear technical documentation for support procedures, endpoint configuration, and server operations
We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a growing Data & Reporting team in Austin, Texas. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can turn complex business data into reliable reporting solutions that support informed decision-making across the organization. In this role, you will help build and maintain the data foundation behind dashboards, reports, and analytics tools while partnering with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and enhance data architectures that collect, structure, and deliver information for reporting and analytics use across the organization.<br>• Design, develop, and support end-to-end ETL processes, moving data from source systems into data warehouses, operational stores, and business intelligence platforms.<br>• Partner with business subject matter experts to identify data sources, define reporting needs, and shape data models that align with operational goals.<br>• Create and maintain database solutions that support efficient storage, retrieval, performance tuning, and ongoing system reliability.<br>• Administer server databases by handling upgrades, patching, troubleshooting, and optimization activities to ensure stable production environments.<br>• Develop logical and conceptual data models and expand enterprise data structures to accommodate new business requirements and incoming data sources.<br>• Translate business questions into technical specifications and build reporting-ready datasets, metadata, and presentation-layer objects for dashboards and self-service analytics.<br>• Support data migration efforts from legacy platforms to modern solutions, including development, testing, deployment preparation, and code promotion activities.<br>• Work closely with stakeholders to determine which metrics and data elements provide the most value for visual reporting and decision support.<br>• Contribute to additional data engineering and reporting initiatives as business priorities evolve.
<p>Data Engineer</p><p>On-site | Austin, TX | Contract</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with a financial services organization to hire a Data Engineer in Austin, TX. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone with 3 years of experience building and optimizing modern data pipelines and analytics environments. The role focuses on moving data across cloud-based platforms to support reliable reporting, stronger data visibility, and informed decision-making across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Build and maintain data pipelines that move information from data lake environments into structured warehouse and reporting platforms.</p><p>• Develop, schedule, and optimize ETL and ELT workflows using Matillion to support dependable data delivery.</p><p>• Design and manage Snowflake data models that improve accessibility, performance, and scalability for business users.</p><p>• Partner with analytics and reporting stakeholders to prepare datasets that support Tableau dashboards and visual insights.</p><p>• Monitor data processing jobs, troubleshoot failures, and resolve quality issues to maintain trusted data assets.</p><p>• Work within AWS-based environments to support secure, efficient, and scalable data integration processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and translate them into practical engineering solutions.</p>
<p><b>Data Analyst </b></p><p>On-site | Austin, TX | Contract</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsiblities:</strong></p><ul><li>Collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets to support business decision‑making</li><li>Develop, maintain, and automate reports, dashboards, and visualizations</li><li>Identify trends, patterns, and insights to drive data‑driven recommendations</li><li>Translate business requirements into clear analytical questions and solutions</li><li>Write and optimize SQL queries to extract and analyze data from multiple sources</li><li>Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across reports and dashboards</li><li>Partner with stakeholders across departments to understand reporting and analytics needs</li><li>Perform ad‑hoc analyses to support strategic initiatives and executive requests</li><li>Document data definitions, metrics, and reporting processes</li><li>Continuously improve data quality, reporting efficiency, and analytical processes</li></ul>
<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Data Analyst I to join a fast-paced retail grocery business team supporting specialty food categories such as dairy, specialty cheese, fresh pasta, dips, and charcuterie. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is passionate about data, business insights, and the food industry, and who thrives in a collaborative, high-visibility environment.</p><p>The analyst will be responsible for supporting reporting, data analysis, and business decision-making processes while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and vendors.</p><p>W<strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform data analysis and generate insights to support business decisions across specialty grocery categories</li><li>Build and maintain reports, dashboards, and presentation decks for leadership and cross-functional teams</li><li>Support vendor meetings through data preparation, reporting, and insights</li><li>Translate data into clear business narratives and actionable recommendations</li><li>Assist in identifying trends, prioritization opportunities, and process improvements</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams on ongoing reporting and operational initiatives</li></ul>