Technical Lead (.Net/SQL) Programmer Analyst 4 - Hybrid Richmond, VA

Zohorecruit; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Richmond, VA is seeking a Technical Lead (.Net/SQL) to guide microservices modernization. You will lead design discussions, perform hands-on SQL and .NET development, decompose monolithic databases into microservice-aligned schemas, and collaborate with PM/Scrum Master and SME.

This role requires 10+ years IT, 7+ years SQL Server, 5+ years .NET/C#, and 3+ years of technical leadership. Hybrid schedule with onsite 1 day/week; local candidates only.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT experience.

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 and data access patterns.
• Guide senior engineers with strong technical leadership.
• Collaborate with PM/Scrum Master to support project execution and decisions.
• 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 cross-functional teams for cohesive delivery.
• Adhere to PCI and data-retention security requirements.

Skills

SQL Server development

.NET/C# backend development

Technical lead

Azure Data Factory

ETL pipelines

Agile delivery

Data modeling

Tools

Azure Data Factory

SQL Server Management Studio

Azure SQL on IaaS VM

Job description

Technical Lead (.Net/SQL) Programmer Analyst 4 - Hybrid Richmond, VA

Richmond, United States | Posted on 10/01/2026

• Actual Job Title 804810 - VDOT Technical Lead (.Net/SQL) Programmer Analyst 4
• Job Type FT Contract
• Date Opened 10/01/2026
• Target Date 10/07/2026
• Country United States
• Assigned Recruiter(s) Ananth Vegiraju
• Number of Positions 1

Job Description

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

Key Responsibilities

• Lead collaborative technical design discussionsfor microservices, database restructuring, and API integration.
• Provide hands-on SQL engineering includingschema modernization, stored procedures, views, indexing, and performancetuning.
• 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 supportproject execution and decision-making.
• Work closely with the veteran SME for technicalalignment and domain expertise.
• Build migration logic and data pipelines usingAzure Data Factory (ADF).
• Ensure SQL modernization aligns withmicroservice boundaries and audit timelines.
• Participate in code reviews and documentationreviews.
• 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 workflowsand agile components as needed.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of overall IT experience.
• 7+ years of SQL Server development experience.
• 5+ years of .NET/C# backend developmentexperience.
• 3–5 years of technical lead experience guidingengineering teams.
• 3+ years of modernization or migration projectexperience.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure SQL on IaaS VMenvironments.
• 3+ years of experience building ADF pipelinesand supporting ETL workloads.
• 3+ years of experience supporting delivery andagile teams.

Preferred Skills

• 2+ years of experience in state government ortransportation-related environments.
• 2+ years working in regulated or auditedenvironments.
• 2+ years of exposure to microservicesarchitecture concepts.

Collaboration Environment

This role partners closely with a full modernization projectteam including the PM/Scrum Master, veteran SME, .NET and SQL Developers,Business Analyst, QA, DevOps Engineer, and Cloud Engineer. The Lead ensuresunified technical direction, promotes modernization, and supports adherence toaudit timelines.

Deliverables & Success Metrics

• Modernized SQL schemas aligned with microserviceboundaries.
• High-quality T-SQL objects, optimized code, andimproved performance.
• Collaborative design documentation and technical decision records.
• 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.

This role follows a hybrid work schedule requiring the developer to be onsite 1day per week. Only local candidates will be considered for this position.