Sr. Database Developer (Temp to Perm Position)

ullico inc.; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Pension

401K

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ullico Inc. is seeking a Sr. Database Developer for its IT Department in Silver Spring, MD. You will be responsible for designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines and optimizing SQL queries. Collaboration with IT and business teams is key to driving productivity gains.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and over 7 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with Microsoft technologies like SQL Server, SSIS, and Power BI is essential. Competitive benefits are offered, including health insurance and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in the IT industry, focusing on database development.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft technologies, including SQL Server.
• Proficiency with automation languages like Python or PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines.
• Optimize complex SQL queries and maintain database views.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

SQL Server

SSIS

Power BI

Python

Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Fabric

Azure SQL Database

Job description

Ullico Inc. is actively recruiting a Sr. Database Developer to join our IT Department in Silver Spring, MD. The Sr. Database Developer will report directly to the DBA Manager and collaborate closely with IT Team members and business teams to ensure the solid development and implementation of solutions which will both support and drive productivity gains within the business.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines to ingest, process and transform data efficiently and reliably.
• Design, develop, optimize, and maintain complex SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and database views to ensure efficient and reliable data.
• Develop and optimize Extract, Transform and Load (ETL) / Extract, Load and Transform (ELT) processes to support analytics and reporting needs.
• Ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability across all data platforms through validation, monitoring, and continuous improvement practices.
• Optimize database performance by tuning queries through effective use of indexing, execution plan analysis, and advanced query optimization techniques.
• Implement data validation and monitoring to detect and resolve issues proactively.
• Optimize large‑scale data loads and batch processing workflows to ensure efficient, reliable, and high‑performance data operations.
• Support reporting tools such as SSRS and Power BI.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in the IT industry, with a strong focus on database development, data engineering, and business intelligence solutions.
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft technologies including SQL Server, SSIS, SSRS, Microsoft Fabric, PySpark, and Power BI.
• Experience working with modern development and deployment platforms, including Azure DevOps.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based database solutions, such as Azure SQL Database, preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric is preferred and will be considered a plus.
• Proficiency with scripting and automation languages such as Python and/or PowerShell.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Office 365 and SharePoint Online.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive tasks through to successful completion in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Strong team‑oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional environment.
• Partner with developers, data engineers, and analysts to design and deliver scalable data solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the adoption of development standards and best practice.
• Create and maintain clear documentation for database designs, processes, and queries.
• Technical proficiency in programming languages, application development, business intelligence, database technologies, and Microsoft development platforms and tools.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Pension
• 401K
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

EEO Statement

Ullico is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization participates in E-Verify.