Senior Developer (DBA + SQL)

Key Responsibilities
Administer and manage production SQL Server environments across Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and AWS MySQL
Author, review, and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, DML statements, and schema changes
Perform query performance tuning through execution plan analysis, indexing strategies, statistics management, and operator-level diagnostics
Collaborate closely with the lead architect to evaluate and implement decisions impacting production environments
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of production schemas, data flows, and system architecture
Support Entity Framework–based applications by analyzing generated SQL and recommending optimizations
Leverage AI tooling to enhance database operations, monitoring, and automation practices
Proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, risks, and operational inefficiencies
Required Qualifications
Technical
5+ years of hands-on experience as a Database Administrator with hands-on SQL Server expertise
Proficiency with Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
Experience with cloud-hosted relational databases, including AWS MySQL
Advanced T-SQL skills, including DDL, DML, stored procedures, and query optimization
Demonstrated ability to interpret execution plans and conduct operator-level query analysis
Working knowledge of Entity Framework and its SQL generation patterns
Familiarity with AI tools and their application in database management and automation
Professional Attributes
Strong operational mindset with a focus on reliability, performance, and production stability
Decisive and composed under pressure, with the ability to make sound judgments in live production environments
Self-directed and proactive, with a track record of identifying and addressing issues independently
Intellectually curious, with a demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth
Highly reliable, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Collaborative team player with the ability to serve as a trusted technical partner to senior leadership
Well-rounded perspective that extends beyond data semantics to encompass system-wide operational awareness

Work arrangement
Yes