Senior Database Architect: Scalable SQL & Data Governance

Kforce Inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce is seeking a Senior Database Developer in Chicago, IL. You will analyze existing architectures, design data models, and build scalable database solutions while collaborating with stakeholders in an Agile environment. Strong SQL Server, data modeling, and governance experience required.

The role emphasizes performance, auditability, security, and mentorship within a fast-paced setting. Chicago location and full-time employment with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8–10 years of SQL Server development/DBA, data modeling, and large-scale database environments.
• Proven experience developing high-performance, auditable database solutions.
• Experience implementing data controls, security and regulatory compliance standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
• Collaborative mindset with Agile team experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing database architecture, decipher complex logic, and assess current data models.
• Partner with business stakeholders and product owners to gather and translate requirements into scalable database solutions.
• Design and develop new data models, schemas, and database objects aligned with business needs and performance standards.
• Build and optimize tables, stored procedures (SPROCs), and controls to ensure data integrity, performance, and auditability.
• Implement data governance controls and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal security requirements.
• Support iterative development, refining database structures in response to evolving requirements.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to team members on data modeling best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally within an Agile environment using tools such as Jira and Confluence.

Skills

SQL Server

Data modeling

ETL/SSIS

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder comms

Agile teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related

Tools

SSIS

Tableau/SSRS

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Kforce is seeking a Senior Database Developer in Chicago, IL. You will analyze existing architectures, design data models, and build scalable database solutions while collaborating with stakeholders in an Agile environment. Strong SQL Server, data modeling, and governance experience required.

The role emphasizes performance, auditability, security, and mentorship within a fast-paced setting. Chicago location and full-time employment with competitive compensation.