SQL Server Database SME on AWS/Azure

On-site in Washington, DC Our client seeks a SQL Database Administrator and Migration Expert to lead migrations from on-premises to AWS and Azure. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with SQL Server, cloud platforms, and database migration strategies., * Lead and execute database migration projects from on-premises SQL Server environments to AWS and Azure.

• Design and implement cloud-native database solutions on AWS and Azure.
• Optimize database performance and scalability in cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and business teams to ensure successful migration and adoption.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on SQL Server best practices, cloud architecture, and database design.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues in cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain documentation for migration plans, architectures, and operational procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator.
• Extensive experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale database migration projects.
• Strong knowledge of SQL Server features, performance tuning, and high availability solutions.
• Experience with cloud-native database services such as Amazon RDS, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager, and Terraform.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as AWS Certified Database - Database Migration Service, Azure Database Administrator Associate, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools such as Jenkins, Git, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.