Azure SQL DBA

Job Title: Azure SQL DBA

Location: Rockville, MD (5x/week – free parking)

Duration: 6 Months (likely to extend or possibility to convert if they are a strong culture fit long term)

Interview Process:

• 2 Steps – Interview with Hiring Manager via Teams, then 2nd interview come onsite meet team see office and then if that goes well meet with C-Suite.
• Both Steps back-to-back in 1 week and a decision within 24/hrs.

Background check: 7 year criminal background check, Ref Check Before Start

Job Description:

Top Skills:

• Candidate should have experience with ETL from multiple data sources into a data warehouse. That will be a big part of this DW project.
• Azure SQL and NoSQL skills
• Performance Tuning, Data Analysis, Data Warehouse Management

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Management: Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of Azure SQL databases, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor and tune database performance to meet the needs of our applications and business processes.
• Security: Implement and enforce security measures to protect sensitive data and comply with industry standards and regulations.
• Backup and Recovery: Develop and manage backup and recovery strategies to safeguard data and ensure business continuity.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve database issues, including performance bottlenecks, connectivity problems, and query optimization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to support database requirements, including schema design and query optimization.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for database configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Upgrades and Patching: Manage database upgrades and patches, ensuring minimal disruption to services.
• Automation: Implement automation solutions to streamline database management tasks and improve efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a SQL DBA and ETL with a strong focus on Azure SQL Database management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL Server, NoSQL, Azure SQL Database, and T-SQL. Experience with PowerShell scripting and Azure Data Factory is a plus.
• Performance Tuning: Proven expertise in performance tuning, index management, and query optimization.
• Security Knowledge: Strong understanding of database security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex database issues.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Dynamic Team: Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team culture dedicated to making a positive impact.