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# Database Developer

- **Company:** Sandhills Publishing
- **Location:** Lincoln, NE, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $74,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Software Debugging, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Server Integration Services, Scripting, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
- **Published:** June 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/c77b75b2-e90c-4623-a697-bce1ca496a95

## About the Role

In Office Position. 4.5 day regular work week. Ability to commute daily to local office is required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Able to work independently and communicate within a team environment
Results oriented
Flexible and open to change
Stable and progressive work history
Professional appearance and demeanor, Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Preferred
2+ years of proficient experience in design, development, and maintenance of database projects
SQL Server (Scripting, Indices, Views, Stored Procedures)
Ability to perform effectively in a team-oriented environment
Ability to quickly learn new technologies and business functions
Experience working in an Agile or iterative approach to delivery preferred
Experience in cloud environments, preferably Azure is a plus
Experience in SSIS development is a plus
Experience in SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio) is a plus

## Description

The Database Developer plays a key part in developing industry-leading solutions using latest technologies in MS SQL Server to design, develop, and maintain large-scale database projects. This is a position in a highly collaborative environment working with other skilled professionals to continuously improve database architecture and execution. Starting pay $74, 500. Salary based on experience, Design and document logical and physical database models to cater to a variety of business requirements
Adhere to best practices and standards in the areas of performance, security, and availability of databases
Create, maintain, and execute SQL Server jobs
Provide post-implementation support, including, but not limited to, monitoring application performance and debugging existing code
Keep up with advancements and changes in technology and develop an understanding of how new technologies can be leveraged to provide business solutions
Assume other database duties as assigned


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