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Azure SQL Database Engineer - 3295650

Buffalo, NY

Job Number: 3295650 Pay Rate: $68-$83+/hr Is Position Remote?: No

Job Description

*Hybrid Contract Opportunity*



Lighthouse Technology Services is partnering with our client to fill their Azure SQL Database Engineer position! This is a 6+ month contract opportunity with potential extensions and will be hybrid in Buffalo, NY. This role will be a W2 employee of Lighthouse Technology Services. 


What You'll Be Doing:

  • Design, implement, and maintain Azure SQL Databases to support middleware and other applications. 
  • Collaborate closely with Java middleware developers to optimize database interactions, queries, and schema designs for seamless integration and performance. 
  • Monitor database performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement tuning strategies (indexing, query optimization, resource scaling). 
  • Implement and manage database security, including user permissions, role-based access control, encryption (TDE), and network security. 
  • Plan and execute database backup and recovery strategies, ensuring data resilience and business continuity. 
  • Implement and manage high availability and disaster recovery solutions (e.g., Geo-replication, Availability Groups, Failover Groups). 
  • Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues, including connectivity, performance, and data corruption. 
  • Automate database management tasks using Azure tools, PowerShell, or other scripting languages. 
  • Ensure compliance with data governance, privacy, and security standards. 


What You'll Need to Have:

  • Strong hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database 
  • Proficiency in T-SQL for complex queries, stored procedures, and schema design. 
  • Experience in database performance tuning, optimization, and query plan analysis. 
  • Experience with Azure SQL Database security features (TDE, Azure AD Authentication). 
  • Understanding of Azure Networking for secure database connectivity. 
  • Experience using Managed Identities for secure application access for databases. 
  • Familiarity with Azure Monitor for database monitoring and alerting. 
  • Solid understanding of relational database design and data modeling. 
  • Experience with database backup and restore procedures. 
  • Ability to work effectively with development teams. 
  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills for database issues. 


Pay Range: $68-$83+/hr


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Lighthouse Technology Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, gender, age, disability, religion, creed, national origin, genetic predisposition, marital status, sexual orientation, political belief or activity, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, familial status, association or any other status protected by law.

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