Database Architect

Join to apply for the Database Architect role at Jobs via Dice 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Database Architect role at Jobs via Dice Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Kforce Technology Staffing, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! RESPONSIBILITIES: Kforce has a client in Herndon, VA that is seeking a Database Architect. Responsibilities: Lead the architecture, design, and development of robust, scalable database systems for enterprise-level applications using Microsoft Azure technologies Optimize and maintain databases, ensuring performance, scalability, security, and reliability. Develop complex queries, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and data structures to support high-availability applications Leverage Azure services such as Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, Azure Data Lake, and Azure Blob Storage to develop and manage cloud-based databases Define and enforce best practices in database design, data modeling, indexing, and performance tuning Collaborate closely with software engineering teams to ensure database integration and efficient data access for applications Stay current with emerging Azure technologies and best practices to drive innovation and continuous improvement within the database team Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership in cloud database architecture and development Participate in the cloud migration of on-premises databases to Azure and ensure a smooth transition REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field 10+ years of experience in database development, architecture, and optimization Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure database services Expertise in SQL (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) Extensive experience with Azure SQL Database, SQL Managed Instance, Azure Data Lake, etc. Proven track record of designing and implementing databases for high-availability and disaster recovery solutions Experience with cloud migration strategies and cloud database architectures Expertise in using Azure DevOps, Git The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. 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