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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Database Developer - **Company:** CliftonLarsonAllen LLP - **Location:** Livingston, NJ, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $113,000.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Computer Programming, Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Security, Programming Tools, Disaster Recovery, Document-Oriented Databases, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Transact-SQL, Freeform SQL, Azure Data Factory, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Microsoft Fabric, Optimization Algorithms, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Azure Synapse Analytics - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=da4c930060766732 ## About the Role In this position you should have the following; excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels. Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment. Most important, demonstrate a high level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation., * 4 years of relevant experience required. * Bachelor's degree is required. Combination of relevant experience, education, and training may be accepted in lieu of degree. * Minimum of 3 years of experience in SQL Server development on the Azure Cloud platform. * Strong proficiency in SQL Server development tools, including SQL Server Management Studio, Azure Data Studio, and Azure SQL Database. * Experience in Azure Cloud platform features such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, and Cosmos. * Experience with database security, backup, and recovery procedures. * Familiarity with database security, backup, and recovery procedures in the Azure Cloud. * Strong knowledge of T-SQL programming, database design, and optimization techniques. * Familiarity with database performance tuning and optimization techniques. * Ability to write complex stored procedures, functions, and SQL queries. * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. * Strong communication and collaboration skills. ## Description We are seeking a skilled SQL Developer/DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for 75% database development and 25% DBA work, ensuring our databases are secure, reliable, and efficient. As a SQL Developer/DBA, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our databases and ensuring that they meet our company's standards. How you'll create opportunities in this Senior Database Developer role: * Develop, design, and maintain complex SQL Server databases, including designing and implementing schemas, tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures. * Create and optimize complex SQL queries, including the ability to write complex stored procedures and functions. * Manage database security and access control, including developing and implementing security policies and procedures, performing database backups, and implementing disaster recovery plans. * Identify and troubleshoot database issues and performance problems, including analyzing database performance metrics, diagnosing problems, and tuning databases to optimize performance. * Collaborate with software developers and other stakeholders to ensure that databases meet their needs and requirements. * Work with database vendors to stay up-to-date with new technologies, features, and trends. * Document database design, data flow, dependencies, and integrations for support * Analyze data and identify performance related gaps and provide solutions wer applicable * Develop monitoring plans for proactive support of databases both on-prem and in the cloud * Create, document and support disaster recovery planning and procedure development * Develop, design, and maintain complex SQL Server databases, including designing and implementing schemas, tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures. ## Related Videos - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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