WHY HIRE ME
A Proven SQL Server Expert Who Solves Real Business Problems
I help organizations transform slow, unstable, or poorly optimized SQL Server environments into fast, reliable, and scalable systems. My work is grounded in real‑world experience solving production issues, improving performance, and delivering measurable business results.
Across my career, I’ve consistently delivered outcomes such as:
- Reducing query execution times from minutes to milliseconds
- Eliminating blocking, deadlocks, and performance bottlenecks
- Stabilizing ETL pipelines and data workflows
- Recovering corrupted databases with minimal data loss
- Designing scalable, high‑performance database architectures
- Implementing secure, automated DevOps‑driven deployment pipelines
My approach is simple: understand the problem, diagnose the root cause, and deliver a clean, reliable solution that lasts.
What Makes Me Different
1. I Solve Problems End‑to‑End
I don’t just fix symptoms — I identify the underlying cause and implement long‑term solutions that prevent issues from returning.
2. I Communicate Clearly
I translate complex technical issues into simple, business‑friendly explanations so stakeholders always understand what’s happening and why.
3. I Deliver Measurable Results
Every engagement includes before/after metrics, clear documentation, and actionable recommendations.
4. I Work Fast Without Compromising Quality
Whether it’s a production outage or a performance emergency, I respond quickly and resolve issues efficiently.
5. I Bring a Full Stack of Microsoft Data Skills
SQL Server is my core specialty, but I also bring expertise across the Microsoft data ecosystem:
- SSIS for ETL and data integration
- SSRS for reporting
- Power BI for analytics and dashboards
- DevOps for CI/CD automation and deployment pipelines
This means I can support your entire data workflow — not just the database.
Technical Strengths
Database Administration
- Performance tuning
- Query optimization
- Indexing strategies
- Backup & recovery
- High availability & disaster recovery
- Security & compliance
Development
- Stored procedures, functions, triggers
- T‑SQL optimization
- Data modeling
- ETL development (SSIS)
- Reporting (SSRS)
- Power BI dashboards
DevOps & Automation
- CI/CD pipelines
- Automated deployments
- Version control for database objects
- Infrastructure as code
Industries I’ve Supported
- Finance
- Retail
- Healthcare
- Logistics
- E‑commerce
- SaaS platforms
Each industry brings unique challenges — and I’ve successfully delivered solutions across all of them.
What You Can Expect When You Work With Me
✔️ Professionalism
Clear communication, structured delivery, and reliable follow‑through.
✔️ Transparency
You’ll always know what I’m doing, why I’m doing it, and how it benefits your business.
✔️ Expertise
I bring years of hands‑on experience solving real SQL Server problems.
✔️ Results
Every project ends with measurable improvements and documented outcomes.
Microsoft SQL Server Programming
SQL
Transact-SQL
Database Administration
SQL Server Integration Services
Business Intelligence
Database Maintenance
Cloud Computing
Database Development
Data Warehousing
Data Engineering
Database Design
ETL Pipeline
Troubleshooting
Data Analytics
Michael B.
Ronkonkoma, New York
$50/hr
4.8
52 jobs
MSAccess Developer with 30+ years experience. Fast turnaround for developing your project. Solutions available for any environment. Can also repair or upgrade your existing databases. Front-end Back-end and multi-user environment capabilities.
SQL Programming
Data Migration
Database Administration
ADO.NET
Data Backup
Database Management System
MSI Data Service Pro
Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional
Microsoft Access Programming
Michael B.
New York City, New York
$50/hr
4.7
76 jobs
From database design to Power BI dashboards — I deliver fast, reliable, and insight-driven data systems.
I’ve helped 50+ companies optimize queries, automate ETL, and scale analytics with Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, Power BI and Domo.
Performance-focused | Cloud or on-prem .
Contact me to get started
WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOUR BUSINESS
RELIABLE DATABASES (Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and more)
Design and optimize SQL Server databases so your queries run faster, smoother, and at scale.
Create business logic and build complex queries and stored procedures in T-SQL
PERFORMANCE TUNING & OPTIMIZATION
Identify bottlenecks and fine-tune SQL queries, indexes, and execution plans for maximum performance and reliability.
FAST DATA PIPELINES (SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS))
Automate extraction, transformation, and loading of data (ETL)— clean and up-to-date data with zero manual effort.
FLEXIBLE ANALYTICS MODELS (SQL Server Analysis Services)
Build OLAP cubes and semantic models that allow decision-makers to analyze data from any angle.
INSIGHTFUL DASHBOARDS & REPORTS (SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Power BI, DOMO)
Deliver clear, actionable visualizations that drive decisions based on facts, not guesswork.
MY TOOLBOX
Databases: MS SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Google Spanner, Google BigQuery, MySQL, Oracle
Microsoft BI: SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, Power BI
Other BI tools: DOMO (MajorDomo certified), Oracle Hyperion BI, SAP BI
Languages: T-SQL, PL/pgSQL, other SQL dialects, MDX, Python, R
Modeling: IDEF0/1/1X/3, UML, DFD (BpWin, ErWin, Rational Rose)
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROJECT
Microsoft SQL Server Programming
Microsoft SQL Server
SQL
SQL Programming
SQL Server Integration Services
Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services
Performance Optimization
Database Architecture
Microsoft SQL SSAS
Transact-SQL
PostgreSQL Programming
Query Tuning
Domo
Microsoft Power BI
Query Optimization
Allen A.
Kenmore, New York
$84/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Proven Systems Integrator with excellent technical, communications, and management skills. Excellent problem-solving and teaching abilities. Adept at automation of processes using scripting or VBA in applications. Extensive experience supporting production IT needs in a factory setting. Am an Expert in SQL (Started in 83 with DB2) and have been an SQL Server DBA for decades,
Microsoft SQL Server Administration
SQL Programming
Database Management
ODBC
Customer Relationship Management
Label Design
Technical Support
Microsoft Excel
Operations Analytics
Technical Analysis
Microsoft VBScript
Microsoft Access Programming
Visual Basic for Applications
Microsoft Azure SQL Database
COBOL
Robert P.
New York City, New York
$111/hr
5.0
1 jobs
Solid 15 years experience as a solutions-oriented Senior SQL Server DBA. I am a Microsoft MVP, and MCSA SME.
My expertise in all areas of SQL include performance analysis, tuning & optimization, monitoring, DR planning, auditing, automation, development, upgrades/migrations, ssis, replication, log shipping, mirroring, etc.
I can assess your entire SQL Server infrastructure, and make industry best practice recommendations.
I authored the book titled HealthySQL, a comprehensive guide to health SQL Server performance.
I specialize in remote dba managed services for clients everywhere.
(Resume available on request)
With a vast network of DBA experts, MVPs, and direct contact w/MS, there is NOT a thing that cannot be accomplished for your database needs big and small!
Charles R.
Red Hook, New York
$125/hr
4.3
10 jobs
SQL Server expert, MIT grad, 25 yrs exp. Database design, T-SQL, stored procedures, performance tuning. Past clients include IBM, Intel, Goldman Sachs & Zagat. Fast results. Friendly and easy to work with. I also work with many other databases, including Access, Postgres, Redshift, and Azure. Some project highlights include:
• Database architect for Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, ACLU, National Suicide Hotline
• Senior Database Architect with a $7B international reinsurance firm for six years
• Consulted on healthcare analytics for various clients including NYC Health+Hospitals
• Designed and built two commercial products from the ground up that I own (IVR platform, Fintech site)
I am somewhat new to Upwork as a freelancer but have made many hires through the platform over the past 12 years. I have a 4.97 rating across 100+ reviews by freelancers I've hired. I am open to working solo, or creating teams for larger projects.
If you are seeking a database expert, feel free to reach out to schedule a quick call. Thanks!
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REFERENCES:
“Our firm was very pleased with Charlie’s ability to understand our problem and deliver a solution on an extremely tight schedule in high-stakes litigation. I look forward to working with him again, and would recommend him without reservation to any of my colleagues!”
-- Agatha M. Cole, Chaitman LLP, New York NY
“With Charlie’s expert knowledge of SQL as well as AIR and RMS software he was able to create and support a powerful suite of in-house applications that were pivotal to our portfolio management and reporting. "
-- Stas Golubenko, Vice President – Property Treaty Reinsurance Underwriter SCOR
“Charlie worked as a part-time consultant for us for two years. He is a highly skilled data analyst with decades of experience, and he particularly excels at the most difficult and messy tasks. In particular, he built a system to extract data from a vendor’s internal database and create an entire reporting system that the vendor was unable to provide. This system is now an integral part of our workflow. I highly recommend Charlie for any level of work.”
-- Daniel Korovikov, Psy.D, Director of Analytics, Astor Services for Children & Families, Bronx NY
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SERVICES:
(1) Database Architecture: Build your database with a rock-solid foundation
Good table design means your database can expand as large as you need while maintaining optimal performance. I can help you build a world-class database solution, or redesign what you have into something faster and more durable.
(2) SQL Development: Quickly develop the tools you need to work with your data
SQL programming is the only way to retrieve and report the contents of your database. I’ve been working with all the intricacies of SQL for 20 years. I can quickly and efficiently write the SQL you need for reporting, ETL, or ad-hoc query engines.
(3) Performance Tuning: Optimize your database for sub-second response times
Adjustments to your tables, indexes, hardware and SQL code can often provide enormous improvements in query response times. Performance tuning is my favorite task – let me use my years of experience to help you get the sub-second response times you deserve.
(4) Data Migration / ETL: Smoothly migrate from one database to another
Moving data from one platform to another, or changing table structures, is a tricky endeavor. Every situation requires a unique analysis and solution. I can help plan and execute your ETL or migration effort to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity.
(5) Database-Intensive Websites: Build beautiful apps and websites that front massive databases
Creating elegant user front-ends that access millions of rows of data is not like building a static WordPress site. You need ad-hoc query tools, fast response times and minimized web traffic. I can supplement my work with a front-end design team that I organize and lead.
Keywords: SQL Server, MSSQL, TSQL, T-SQL, Postgres, PostgreSQL, ETL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, Tableau, AWS, Redshift, Azure
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