SQL Developer - Microsoft

Australia-Employment; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Azure Database Developer to develop, maintain, and optimize database solutions in a Microsoft Azure environment. The role focuses on SQL Server, Azure SQL, T-SQL, and ETL/ELT processes, partnering with technical and business teams to ensure reliable data movement and reporting.

The candidate should build and troubleshoot Azure Data Factory pipelines, automate processes with Python or PowerShell, and manage database changes with Git, GitHub, or Azure DevOps in a hybrid,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in database development or data engineering.
• Hands-on experience with T-SQL including stored procedures, tables, views, and complex queries.
• Experience building and debugging Azure Data Factory pipelines.
• Experience developing ETL/ELT processes and data movement between systems.
• Experience data transformation, cleansing, and data quality activities.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database or Azure SQL Managed Instance (last 2–3 yrs).
• Experience with automation using Python or PowerShell.
• Experience with Git, GitHub, or Azure DevOps for source control and DB changes.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and debug Azure Data Factory pipelines for data integration and movement.
• Develop and optimize stored procedures, tables, views, functions using T-SQL.
• Design and maintain ETL/ELT processes across multiple systems.
• Transform, cleanse, validate, and ensure data quality and consistency.
• Develop automation scripts using Python or PowerShell.
• Work with Azure SQL Database/Managed Instance to optimize solutions.
• Troubleshoot data pipelines, DB processes, and performance issues.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to meet data needs.
• Implement DB changes using Git, GitHub, or Azure DevOps.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and documentation.
• Modernize database and data processes using Azure cloud technologies.

Skills

T-SQL

Azure Data Factory

Azure SQL

ETL/ELT

Python/PowerShell

Git/Azure DevOps

Troubleshooting

Data quality

SQL performance

Tools

SQL Server

GitHub

Azure DevOps

PowerShell

Python

Job description

SQL Developer - Microsoft

$40 - $75 per hour | Fort Lauderdale, FL | On-site | Consulting

HYBRID - Azure Environment

A bit about us:

Our client is a growing, established organization with a strong technology foundation and a continued focus on modernizing its data and application environment. They are seeking an experienced Azure Database Developer to join their team and play a key role in database development, ETL/ELT processes, data transformation, and Azure-based data solutions.

Why join us?

Make an Impact: Play a key role in modernizing and improving our data and technology environment.

Work with Modern Technology: Get hands-on exposure to Azure, Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, automation, and modern DevOps practices.

Meaningful Ownership: Take ownership of critical database and data integration projects that directly support the business.

Growth & Development: Join a collaborative team where you can expand your skills across cloud data technologies and contribute to long-term technical initiatives.

Stable & Growing Company: Be part of an established organization with a strong track record and continued investment in technology.

Job Details

The Azure Database Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing database solutions within a Microsoft Azure environment. This role will work heavily with SQL Server, Azure SQL, T-SQL, Azure Data Factory, and ETL/ELT processes, while partnering with technical and business teams to ensure reliable, high-quality data movement and reporting.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on developer who can build and troubleshoot Azure Data Factory pipelines, write complex T-SQL, automate processes using Python or PowerShell, and manage database changes through modern source-control and DevOps practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and debug Azure Data Factory (ADF) pipelines to support data integration and movement between systems.
• Develop and optimize stored procedures, tables, views, functions, and other database objects using T-SQL.
• Design and maintain ETL/ELT processes for extracting, transforming, and loading data across multiple systems.
• Perform data transformation, cleansing, validation, and data quality activities to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Develop automation and supporting scripts using Python or PowerShell.
• Work with Azure SQL Database and/or Azure SQL Managed Instance to develop, maintain, and optimize database solutions.
• Troubleshoot data pipelines, database processes, performance issues, and data discrepancies.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Implement and manage database changes using Git, GitHub, or Azure DevOps.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and documentation of database and data integration solutions.
• Help modernize existing database and data processes by leveraging Azure cloud technologies and automation.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in database development, SQL development, or data engineering.
• Strong hands‑on experience with T-SQL, including stored procedures, tables, views, and complex queries.
• Demonstrated experience building and debugging Azure Data Factory pipelines.
• Experience developing and supporting ETL/ELT processes and data movement between systems.
• Experience with data transformation, data cleansing, and data quality.
• Recent hands‑on experience with Azure SQL Database or Azure SQL Managed Instance, ideally within the last 2–3 years.
• Experience using Python or PowerShell for automation.
• Experience with Git, GitHub, or Azure DevOps for source control and database change management.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience migrating SQL Server workloads to Azure.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and automated database deployments.
• Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.
• Knowledge of Azure data services and cloud‑based data architecture.
• Experience optimizing SQL queries and database performance.

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