Wheeler Staffing Partners
Sr Database Architect
Wheeler Staffing Partners, Addison, Texas, United States, 75001
Sr. Database ArchitectEmployment Type:
Direct HireLocation:
Addison, Texas (Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)Salary:
$120,000 - $145,000 (5% bonus, up to 10% potential)Work Hours:
Monday-Friday, standard business hoursVisa Sponsorship:
Not availableC2C:
Not availableJob Description:Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Sr. Database Architect to join our client's team in Addison, TX. This hands-on role requires expertise in MS SQL Server and database architecture to maintain high availability and optimal performance of data systems essential for business decision-making. The Sr. Database Architect will lead projects, optimize database structures for performance and scalability, and provide technical guidance to both onshore and offshore development teams.Responsibilities:Design and manage database architecture and oversee SQL Server systems.Create and secure databases, ensuring compliance with access protocols.Optimize SQL Servers in Azure (VM, Managed Instances, or SQL DBs) for peak performance.Identify and resolve system bottlenecks to meet project deadlines.Collaborate with developers on indexing, query-tuning, and building efficient code.Coordinate with the IT team on disaster recovery and high availability protocols.Monitor SQL Server resources, disk space, and system capacity to meet demands.Utilize SQL and Azure tools to streamline processes and enhance solutions.Provide leadership and coordinate deliverables with onshore/offshore teams.Ensure high uptime and performance for all databases and services.Oversee source code management, deployments, and best practices.Develop and enforce policies for database architecture, security, and disaster recovery.Streamline data integration processes, improving efficiency and scalability.Build strong relationships across business units and support collaboration.Research new Azure tools (Data Lake, Databricks, Purview, etc.) and support Proof-of-Concept development.Provide additional support in analysis, development, and quality assurance as needed.Qualifications:10+ years of experience in Data Architecture, database development, and integration.5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server optimization for scalability and performance.3+ years of experience managing SQL Servers in Azure environments (VM or Managed Instance).Experience working with offshore teams.In-depth knowledge of SQL Server internals and optimization in VM/Azure.Strong analytical skills to understand dependencies between processes and data.Exceptional communication, organizational, and time-management skills.Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Preferred Experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Experience leading database projects.Familiarity with Snowflake, Databricks, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI.Benefits:Medical plan options with company contributions to an HSA.Dental & vision coverage for employees and dependents.401(k) with company match.Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.Wellbeing program with health insurance incentives.This opportunity is ideal for a proactive database architect ready to lead high-impact projects and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data systems and capabilities.
Direct HireLocation:
Addison, Texas (Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote)Salary:
$120,000 - $145,000 (5% bonus, up to 10% potential)Work Hours:
Monday-Friday, standard business hoursVisa Sponsorship:
Not availableC2C:
Not availableJob Description:Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Sr. Database Architect to join our client's team in Addison, TX. This hands-on role requires expertise in MS SQL Server and database architecture to maintain high availability and optimal performance of data systems essential for business decision-making. The Sr. Database Architect will lead projects, optimize database structures for performance and scalability, and provide technical guidance to both onshore and offshore development teams.Responsibilities:Design and manage database architecture and oversee SQL Server systems.Create and secure databases, ensuring compliance with access protocols.Optimize SQL Servers in Azure (VM, Managed Instances, or SQL DBs) for peak performance.Identify and resolve system bottlenecks to meet project deadlines.Collaborate with developers on indexing, query-tuning, and building efficient code.Coordinate with the IT team on disaster recovery and high availability protocols.Monitor SQL Server resources, disk space, and system capacity to meet demands.Utilize SQL and Azure tools to streamline processes and enhance solutions.Provide leadership and coordinate deliverables with onshore/offshore teams.Ensure high uptime and performance for all databases and services.Oversee source code management, deployments, and best practices.Develop and enforce policies for database architecture, security, and disaster recovery.Streamline data integration processes, improving efficiency and scalability.Build strong relationships across business units and support collaboration.Research new Azure tools (Data Lake, Databricks, Purview, etc.) and support Proof-of-Concept development.Provide additional support in analysis, development, and quality assurance as needed.Qualifications:10+ years of experience in Data Architecture, database development, and integration.5+ years of hands-on experience with SQL Server optimization for scalability and performance.3+ years of experience managing SQL Servers in Azure environments (VM or Managed Instance).Experience working with offshore teams.In-depth knowledge of SQL Server internals and optimization in VM/Azure.Strong analytical skills to understand dependencies between processes and data.Exceptional communication, organizational, and time-management skills.Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Preferred Experience:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.Experience leading database projects.Familiarity with Snowflake, Databricks, Azure Data Factory, and Power BI.Benefits:Medical plan options with company contributions to an HSA.Dental & vision coverage for employees and dependents.401(k) with company match.Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays.Wellbeing program with health insurance incentives.This opportunity is ideal for a proactive database architect ready to lead high-impact projects and collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data systems and capabilities.