Database Developer

We are seeking a highly skilled Database Developer to support the modernization, optimization, and evolution of our data ecosystem as we transition from legacy architectures to a cloud-optimized, scalable Azure data platform.

About the Role

This role enables improved database performance, stability, and scalability, reduced storage cost via data lifecycle management, faster modernization of .NET applications and services, a stronger foundation for the Next Gen DWH, and alignment between application and data architectures in Azure.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize database objects in SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Cosmos DB
• Refactor and modernize legacy SQL patterns to improve performance and maintainability
• Implement indexing strategies, query tuning, and execution plan optimization
• Partner with application developers to ensure efficient, scalable data models
• Contribute to re-architecture of legacy structures, including very large tables
• Support platform rationalization and consolidation into the Next Gen DWH
• Help establish database modernization standards and patterns
• Implement data pruning, archiving, and lifecycle strategies
• Build automated archival and retrieval workflows
• Collaborate with DevOps to enable CI/CD automation for database deployments
• Build schema migration packages and database deployment scripts
• Support data integration with containerized and cloud-native applications
• Use AI-assisted development tools for optimization and schema design
• Contribute to automated and AI-powered data validation and regression testing
• Support intelligent observability and anomaly detection for database performance
• Work closely with architects, developers, and BI teams
• Participate in sprint planning and design reviews
• Serve as SME for SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Cosmos DB

Qualifications

• 5 years of SQL Server and Azure SQL/MI development experience
• Strong proficiency in T-SQL, stored procedures, query tuning, and index design
• Experience with Cosmos DB or similar NoSQL stores
• Proven experience optimizing high-volume transactional systems
• Familiarity with cloud migrations and application modernization
• Experience with data pruning and archival strategies
• Experience with AI-assisted developer tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Clear communication for technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly collaborative and comfortable in agile teams
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Azure PaaS services (MI, Storage, Redis, Data Factory)
• Understanding of microservices, event-driven architecture, and API patterns
• Familiarity with Terraform or Bicep