Senior Microsoft SQL Developer - Hybrid

Mode of Interview:- Web cam Interview OnlyLong termHybridRichmond-VALocal to VA Or Nearer to VA Candidates Only

Description

The Microservices Technical Lead (SQL/.NET) supports the tolling modernization program by providing functional leadership, hands-on SQL and .NET engineering, and collaborative solution design. This individual partners closely with the PM/Scrum Master, veteran SME, and technical team to decompose the monolithic database into microservice-aligned schemas. The role includes SQL engineering, architecture participation, code reviews, documentation reviews, and strong cross-team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative technical design discussions for microservices, database restructuring, and API integration.

• Provide hands-on SQL engineering including schema modernization, stored procedures, views, indexing, and performance tuning.

• Support .NET API development as needed, including backend services and data access patterns.

• Guide senior engineering talent with strong, engaging technical leadership.

• Collaborate with the PM/Scrum Master to support project execution and decision-making.

• Work closely with the veteran SME for technical alignment and domain expertise.

• Build migration logic and data pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF).

• Ensure SQL modernization aligns with microservice boundaries and audit timelines.

• Participate in code reviews and documentation reviews.

• Collaborate with .NET, SQL, BA, QA, DevOps, Cloud, and CAB teams for cohesive delivery.

• Support compliance requirements including PCI, retention rules, and secure data handling.

• Operate effectively within delivery workflows and agile components as needed.

Preferred Skills

• 2+ years of experience in state government or transportation-related environments.

• 2+ years working in regulated or audited environments.

• 2+ years of exposure to microservices architecture concepts.

Deliverables & Success Metrics

• Modernized SQL schemas aligned with microservice boundaries.

• High-quality T-SQL objects, optimized code, and improved performance.

• Collaborative design documentation and technical decision records.

• Successful ADF-driven migration workflows.

• Clear and consistent collaboration with PM/SM, SME, and project team.

• Positive influence on engineering culture and project momentum.

• Reliable delivery aligned with modernization timelines and audit commitments.

Skills/Requirements

Skill Required Years

SQL Server development experience Required 7 Years

.NET/C# backend development experience. Required 7 Years

Experience supporting delivery and agile teams. Required 5 Years

Technical lead experience guiding engineering teams. Required 3 Years

Modernization or migration project experience. Required 3 Years

Experience with Azure SQL on IaaS VM environments. Required 3 Years

Experience building ADF pipelines and supporting ETL workloads. Required 5 Years

Minimum of 10 years of IT experience Required 10 Years

Experience in state government or transportation-related environments. Highly desired 2 Years

Working in regulated or audited environments. Desired 5 Years

Expertise with microservices architecture concepts. Desired 2 Years