SQL Developer
Horizontal Talent
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Skills
- Statistics
- Data Flow
- Systems Architecture
- Database
- Microsoft SQL Server
- SQL Azure
- Cloud Computing
- Relational Databases
- Amazon Web Services
- MySQL
- Transact-SQL
- DDL
- DML
- Stored Procedures
- Query Optimization
- Entity Framework
- SQL
- FOCUS
- Dependability
- Management
- Accountability
- Database Administration
- IT Management
- Artificial Intelligence
Summary
Responsibilities
- Administer and support production SQL Server environments across Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and AWS MySQL
- Write, review, and refine T-SQL queries, stored procedures, DML statements, and schema updates
- Analyze execution plans and perform query tuning using indexing, statistics, and operator-level diagnostics
- Partner with the lead architect to assess and implement production-impacting decisions
- Build a strong understanding of production schemas, data flows, and overall system architecture
- Support Entity Framework-based applications by reviewing generated SQL and suggesting improvements
- Identify and resolve performance issues, operational risks, and inefficiencies before they affect stability
- Explore opportunities to use AI tools to improve database operations, monitoring, and automation
- 6+ years of hands-on database administration experience with strong SQL Server expertise
- Practical experience with Azure SQL Database and Azure SQL Managed Instance
- Experience working with cloud-hosted relational databases, including AWS MySQL
- Advanced T-SQL skills, including DDL, DML, stored procedures, and query optimization
- Ability to interpret execution plans and conduct detailed query analysis
- Working knowledge of Entity Framework and how it generates SQL
- Strong operational mindset with a focus on reliability, stability, and performance
- Calm, decisive, and dependable approach when supporting live production environments
- Self-directed, proactive, and accountable work style
- Exposure to AI tools used in database administration, monitoring, or automation
- Experience collaborating closely with senior technical leadership or architecture teams
- Broad understanding of how data systems connect across the enterprise
- Strong curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning
- Ability to contribute as a trusted technical partner in a collaborative environment
Horizontal Talent is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and grow. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from individuals who bring unique experiences, ideas, and approaches to the team.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
- Dice Id: 10123528
- Position Id: 75472
- Posted 2 hours ago
Company Info
About Horizontal Talent
Horizontal Integration offers two service lines. Our staffing agency places IT, digital and creative talent in both contract and permanent roles. Our digital agency provides digital marketing strategy and technology consulting on a project basis. Many of our clients take advantage of both service lines.
We are a certified Minority Business Enterprise, with more than 200 employees across our offices in Minneapolis, Denver, Dallas and Vadodara, India. We ve been consistently growing and profitable since the company was founded in 2003.
Honors:
Recognized as a "2009 Best Place to Work" by Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal.
Fact:
Our people and our organization are deeply rooted in IT and interactive marketing.
Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us. All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
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