SQL Server Database Architect

SQL Server Database Architect Township of Hamilton, NJ Job Details Full-time $50 - $55 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Data replication Data Integration (Data management) Failover system Data migration Phone communication Database clustering Database backup and recovery High availability architecture Scalable systems Infrastructure architecture Performance testing Database security management Automating deployment processes 8 years System maintenance Data Architecture Design (Architecture design skills) AWS Analysis skills Cloud-based systems IT security architecture Access control implementation Azure Data Factory Data quality monitoring Continuous integration Security policy implementation Server installation Scalability Agile software development Data validation SSIS Senior level RDS database PowerShell Shell Scripting Database installation High availability Client interaction via phone calls T-SQL System performance monitoring IT disaster recovery planning Full Job Description Req number: R7361 Employment type: Full time Worksite flexibility: Hybrid Who we are CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise. Job Summary We are looking for a motivated Database Architect ready to take us to the next level! If you have expertise in SQL Server administration, database design, and performance optimization, and are looking for your next career move, apply now. Job Description We are looking for a SQL Server Database Architect to design, develop, and implement infrastructure to provide highly complex, reliable, and scalable databases that meet our organization's objectives and requirements. This position will be Full-Time and Hybrid (3 days/week onsite) and is a long term, ongoing contract. Only work authorizations that do not require sponsorship now or in the future will be considered. What You'll Do Database Architectu re and Design (30%) Design target SQL Server database architecture Design normalized schemas across multiple databases Develop data partitioning strategies for large tables (50M+ records) Create database security architecture, audit trail, and history tracking mechanisms Establish backup and recovery architecture Design high availability and disaster recovery solutions Data Migration (25%) Develop comprehensive data migration strategies Create ETL processes for migrating large volumes of data Design and implement data validation procedures to ensure zero data loss Develop rollback and recovery procedures Perform data quality assessment and cleansing Coordinate with developers on core integration with business logic Performance Optimization (20%) Design indexing strategies for optimal performance Optimize queries for sub-second response times Tune stored procedures and functions Conduct performance testing and resolve bottlenecks Implement caching strategies and table partitioning for large datasets Database Administration (15%) Install, configure, and maintain SQL Server instances Implement security policies and access controls Monitor database health and performance Manage database growth and capacity planning Perform database maintenance, including index rebuilds and statistics updates High Availability and Disaster Recovery (10%) Implement SQL Server Always On Availability Groups Design and test disaster recovery procedures (achieving RPO Configure database replication and automated failover mechanisms Conduct DR testing and validation What You'll Need Required Qualifications 8+ years of SQL Server administration experience Expert knowledge of SQL Server 2019/2022 Advanced T-SQL programming (stored procedures, functions, triggers, views) Proficiency in database design and normalization (1NF through 5NF) High availability and disaster recovery expertise (e.g., Always On Availability Groups, clustering, replication) Performance tuning and optimization (query tuning, index optimization, execution plan analysis) Cloud database experience (3+ years with AWS RDS for SQL Server or Azure SQL) Experience with large-scale data migrations (500GB+), including ETL tools (SSIS, Azure Data Factory, AWS DMS) Scripting and automation experience (PowerShell, T-SQL, CI/CD for database deployments) Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies Experience in high-transaction environments (50K+ daily transactions) Led or participated in database modernization projects Experience with mission-critical systems requiring 99.9% uptime Preferred Qualifications Extensive knowledge of various database systems and hands-on experience with all phases of database design and management Experience in various technologies and roles including database systems of any type and size Physical Demands Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with ADA and other federal, state, and local standards Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor Must be able to communicate with customers and team members over the phone and in person Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings #LI-JH1 Reasonable accommodation statement If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 - 8111. $50.00 - $55.00 per hour The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.