Job Title: Solutions Architect / Principal SQL Developer
Location: Washington, DC (Onsite, Local, DMV Reigon)
Interview Type: In-Person Only
Experience:15+ Years
Sr. SQL Architect / Developer with minimum 20 years of experience delivering data analytics platforms and enterprise applications; working with SQL, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python, DAX. Experience in data modeling (dimensional, star/snowflake schemas), ETL tools (SSIS, Informatica), and cloud-based data platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL) is very important.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Principal SQL Developer to provide technical leadership and expertise in the design, development, and optimization of our enterprise database solutions. This top-level role will be instrumental in architecting scalable, reliable, and high-performance data systems that support critical business applications and analytics. The ideal candidate will be a data expert, capable of translating complex business requirements into robust technical solutions, mentoring junior developers, and driving data strategies across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Database Architecture & Design: Lead the design and implementation of complex, scalable database architectures (relational and potentially NoSQL), including schemas, tables, views, and indexing strategies, ensuring data integrity and consistency. Responsible for designing and gaining approval on data architecture decisions, data modeling approaches, design standards, development tools and lifecycle practices.
- Performance Optimization: Serve as the primary expert for performance tuning and optimization of all SQL queries, stored procedures, and database configurations, utilizing advanced tools (e.g., SQL Server Profiler) to identify and resolve bottlenecks in high-volume environments.
- ETL and Data Pipelines: Architect, develop, and maintain robust ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines to facilitate data migration, transformation, and integration from various sources into data warehouses and other data stores.
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, perform code reviews, and mentor junior and mid-level developers on best practices for SQL development, data modeling, and database management.
- Collaboration & Strategy: Work closely with senior management, data scientists, application developers, and business analysts to understand data needs, align database strategy with organizational goals, and influence the overall technology roadmap.
- Data Governance & Security: Define and enforce database security measures, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to safeguard critical data and ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Proactively monitor and troubleshoot the most complex database issues, providing high-level support and implementing permanent solutions to ensure minimal downtime and disruption.
- Documentation & Standards: Champion a culture of comprehensive documentation for database architectures, processes, and operational procedures to ensure knowledge sharing and maintainability.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
- Leads the adoption or implementation of an advanced technology or platform.
- Expert on the functionality or usage of a particular system, platform, or technology product.
- Serves as a consultant to clients, guiding the efficient use or adoption of a particular IT product or platform.
- Creates implementation, testing, and/or integration plans.
- Demonstrates expertise in a particular IT platform or service, allowing for maximum IT investment.
Minimum Education/ Certification Requirements:
Bachelor s degree in Information Technology or related field or equivalent experience
Training or certification in a particular product or IT platform/service, as required
Required/Desired Skills
Candidates must have ALL the Required skills in order to be considered for the position. Desired or Highly Desired skills are a PLUS but may NOT be required.
Skill Matrix (Please fill the last two columns of this matrix)
Experience with Business workflow processes Required / Desired Amount of Experience Years of Experience Last Used
6-10 yrs. leading advanced technology projects or service projects Required 6 Years
6-10 yrs. full system engineering lifecycle Required 6 Years
6-10 yrs. creating implementation/integration plans, test plans, and training materials Required 6 Years
6-10 yrs. hands-on experience in specific product or IT platform Required 6 Years
proven experience of: delivering high quality, complex technology solutions in commercial and government organizations; Required 8 Years
delivering data analytics platforms and enterprise applications; working with SQL, SSRS, SSIS, SSAS, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Python, DAX Required 8 Years
senior level understanding of health care management systems; and working with senior executives Required 8 Years
Deep expertise in one or more major DBMS platforms (e.g., Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and advanced T-SQL/PL-SQL programming. Required 8 Years
Exp data modeling (dimensional, star/snowflake schemas), ETL tools (SSIS, Informatica), and cloud-based data platforms (AWS RDS, Azure SQL) Required 8 Years
Strong understanding of database architecture principles, high availability solutions (clustering, replication), and capacity planning Required 8 Years
Bachelor s degree. (Master's highly desired) in CS, IT or a quantitative data field of study OR equivalent exp. Required 0
certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate), experience with Big Data technologies (Spark, Hadoop), and DevOps Highly desired 0
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