IT Database Administrator/Developer

Sparus Holdings • Peachtree Corners, GA

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About The Position

Sparus Holdings is seeking an IT Database Administrator / Developer to manage, optimize, and secure our database environment across on-premises and cloud platforms with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure . This role blends hands-on database administration with cloud-first engineering and automation, supporting highly available, secure, and performant data services for business-critical applications.

Requirements

• Advanced SQL and database scripting expertise ( T-SQL, PL/SQL ) including query tuning and indexing strategies.
• Hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database , Azure SQL Managed Instance , Azure Data Factory , Synapse pipelines , and Logic Apps .
• Familiarity with Azure Automation , Azure Monitor , Log Analytics , and Defender for Cloud .
• Strong experience in backup/recovery , replication , failover , and HA/DR architectures.
• Scripting skills ( PowerShell required; Bash preferred). Python for automation is a plus.
• Solid understanding of Windows/Linux , networking, and storage fundamentals.
• Strong security knowledge: encryption, identity/access management, auditing, and cloud/on-prem best practices.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 7+ years of relevant experience (senior/principal level).
• Demonstrated experience supporting cloud database environments (preferably Azure).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric .
• Familiarity with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) .
• Familiarity and/or experience with Master Data Management (MDM) .
• Familiarity with database services in GCP and AWS .
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (DP-300)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203) or equivalent
• Other relevant certifications (Oracle OCP, AWS Database Specialty) are a plus

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage Azure SQL Database (PaaS) , Azure SQL Managed Instance , and SQL Server on Azure VMs (IaaS) .
• Administer and optimize database platforms such as SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Azure Cosmos DB .
• Configure and manage elastic pools, failover groups, geo-replication , and maintenance policies for Azure SQL workloads.
• Build and maintain data integration/ETL solutions using Azure Data Factory and Synapse pipelines ; orchestrate workflows with Logic Apps .
• Automate deployments and database changes using ARM/Bicep , Azure CLI/PowerShell , and Azure DevOps CI/CD .
• Monitor and optimize performance using Azure Monitor , Log Analytics , and Query Performance Insight .
• Implement and enforce database security policies, access controls, and auditing to support compliance requirements.
• Harden and continuously monitor security with Azure RBAC , Entra ID (Azure AD) integration, TDE/Always Encrypted , threat protection, and auditing.
• Plan, implement, and routinely test backup/recovery , replication, and HA/DR strategies.
• Design schemas, data models, and standards; support migrations, data loads, and change management processes.
• Partner closely with application developers, BI/data teams, and infrastructure/security teams to deliver reliable data services.
• Create runbooks, standards, and documentation; produce capacity and performance reporting for stakeholders.
• Contribute to on-call rotation and execute planned maintenance during evenings/weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Sparus Holdings offers a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision , 401(k)/retirement , paid time off , and professional development .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level