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Skills
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- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Application Programming Interface (API)unmatched
- Business Servicesunmatched
- Cloud Applicationsunmatched
- Cloud Architectureunmatched
- Cloud Computingunmatched
- Consultingunmatched
- Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
- Continuous Integrationunmatched
- Database Designunmatched
- Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL)unmatched
- Database Programmingunmatched
- Database Technologyunmatched
- DevOpsunmatched
- Editingunmatched
- GitHubunmatched
- High Availabilityunmatched
- Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
- Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)unmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Microservicesunmatched
- Microsoft .NETunmatched
- Microsoft C# (C Sharp)unmatched
- Microsoft SQL Serverunmatched
- Microsoft SQL Server DBA (Database Administration)unmatched
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- Microsoft Windows Azureunmatched
- PCIunmatched
- Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
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- Requirements Managementunmatched
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- Scrum Project Management and Software Developmentunmatched
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Description
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Senior Microsoft SQL Developer.
Location(s): Mechanicsville, VA
(Hybrid: Onsite 1 day per week)
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Microsoft SQL Developer to support the modernization of a mission-critical enterprise transaction platform undergoing a partial rewrite using microservices and modular architecture. This role is responsible for developing, optimizing, and modernizing Microsoft SQL Server components within a high-availability Azure Virtual Machine (IaaS) environment. Working as part of an Agile/Scrum team, the developer will collaborate with architects, cloud engineers, application developers, and QA engineers to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing database solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, enhance, and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and views.
- Perform SQL performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, and execution plan analysis.
- Modernize legacy SQL code and database structures while maintaining compatibility with existing applications.
- Support development of new features for a modern microservices-based application architecture.
- Collaborate with .NET Core/C# developers to implement efficient data access patterns and API integrations.
- Design and improve database schemas to support scalable, modular applications.
- Support high-availability SQL Server environments using Always On Availability Groups.
- Develop database migration scripts and ETL processes using SSIS and Databricks.
- Ensure compliance with PCI security standards and data retention requirements.
- Deploy database changes through Azure DevOps and GitHub CI/CD pipelines.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Document database designs, deployment procedures, and technical solutions.
Required Qualifications
- 7–10+ years of Microsoft SQL Server development experience in enterprise environments.
- Advanced expertise in T-SQL development, including stored procedures, functions, views, and query optimization.
- Strong experience with SQL Server performance tuning and indexing strategies.
- Experience administering and developing SQL Server in Azure Virtual Machine (IaaS) environments.
- Hands-on experience with SQL Server Always On Availability Groups.
- Experience modernizing legacy SQL code and database schemas.
- Experience building ETL solutions using SSIS and Databricks.
- Experience collaborating with .NET Core/C# development teams.
- Experience deploying database changes using Azure DevOps and GitHub CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working within Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- Strong understanding of database security, PCI compliance, and data governance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
- Experience working with microservices architectures.
- Knowledge of Domain-Driven Design (DDD).
- Experience supporting high-volume, high-transaction database environments.
- Experience modernizing SQL Server workloads hosted in cloud environments.
Work Environment
- Hybrid work schedule with one onsite day per week.
- Only local candidates will be considered.
Contract Details
- 12-month contract with possible extension.
- Senior-level opportunity.
- Competitive hourly rate.
Skills:
| Skill | Required / Desired | Amount | of Experience | Expertise Rating | Move | |
| SQL Server development experience in enterprise environments. | Required | 7 | Years | |||
| Advanced T-SQL development skills including query tuning and performance optimization | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience developing in SQL Server on Azure environments. | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Hands-on experience supporting high availability architectures using Always On availability groups | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience modernizing database code and schemas, including legacy SQL support. | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience collaborating with .NET Core/C# development teams. | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience deploying SQL updates through Azure DevOps and GitHub CI/CD pipelines. | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Ability to work effectively within Agile/Scrum teams. | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience modernizing SQL workloads in cloud-hosted environments. | Required | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience building ETL solutions using SSIS and Databricks. | Desired | 5 | Years | |||
| Knowledge of PCI compliance and database security requirements. | Desired | 5 | Years | |||
| Experience with Terraform or infrastructure-as-code to support SQL deployments. | Desired | 3 | Years | |||
| Experience working with microservices architectures and domain-driven design. | Desired | 5 | Years | |||
| Knowledge of scaling strategies for high-transaction SQL environments. | Desired | 5 | Years | |||
| Minimum of 10 years of IT experience | Required | 10 | Years |
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Mechanicsville, VA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | http://www.ampcus.com |
About Company
Ampcus Inc is a global technology and business consulting firm specializing in Digital Transforrmation, Big Data, Analytics, Cyber Security, Testing, IV&V, Infrastructure Management and Enterprise Solutions. Ampcus Inc is an SBA 8(a) certified Women and Minority Owned global Provider of broad range of consulting Services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, their goals become our goals. We are an ISO 9000, ISO 20000, ISO 27000 and CMMi Level certified company.
Ampcus consultants have significant business, engineering and technology experience. Our consultants have over 20 years of business experience and an average of over 10 years of engineering and technology experience. This means that the project teams understand how systems work and how the technology impacts the business processes of organizations.
We believe that success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins by listening to the customer needs, then working with their teams to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing a knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization. As a recognized leader providing customized software services, management and engineering solutions to companies around the world, our ability to deliver is a "granted" that makes companies put their trust in us to answer their day-to-day business challenges and put them on a path for greater success. We are the choice for our clients because we look at our clients business from a growth perspective.
Industry: Information Technology and Services
Specialties: Digital Transformation, Big Data and Analytics, Infrastructure Management Services, Testing and IV&V, Cyber Security, Active Directory and E-mail Infrastructure, Project Management, Training, and ERP, CRM. EAI, BI