Sparus Holdings is hiring an experienced IT Database Administrator / Developer to manage, secure, and optimize our database environment across cloud and on-prem platforms, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure. In this role, you’ll partner with application, data/BI, and infrastructure/security teams to deliver reliable, high-performing, compliant data services—while also building and maintaining integration pipelines and automation.
Work Model: Remote or Hybrid (Atlanta area preferred)
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (on-call rotation and occasional after-hours maintenance expected)
Design, implement, and manage Azure SQL Database (PaaS), Azure SQL Managed Instance, and SQL Server on Azure VMs (IaaS)
Administer and optimize database platforms including Microsoft SQL Server, and exposure to Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Azure Cosmos DB
Configure Azure SQL capabilities such as elastic pools, failover groups, geo-replication, and maintenance policies
Monitor and improve performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Query Performance Insight (indexing, query tuning, capacity planning)
Build and maintain integration/ETL solutions using Azure Data Factory and Synapse pipelines; orchestrate workflows with Logic Apps
Automate deployments and database changes using ARM/Bicep templates, Azure CLI/PowerShell, and Azure DevOps CI/CD
Implement and enforce security controls including Azure RBAC, Entra ID (Azure AD) integration, TDE/Always Encrypted, auditing, and threat protection
Plan, implement, and routinely test backup/recovery and HA/DR strategies (including replication and failover)
Support database schema design, data modeling standards, migrations, data loads, and change management
Create and maintain runbooks, documentation, and operational standards; provide capacity/performance reporting
Participate in an on-call rotation and planned maintenance windows
7+ years of experience in database administration/development (senior/principal level)
Strong SQL skills (ex: T-SQL, database scripting, optimization, indexing strategies)
Hands-on experience with Azure SQL Database and/or Azure SQL Managed Instance
Experience with performance tuning, troubleshooting, and production support
Experience with backup/recovery and high availability/disaster recovery concepts
Strong understanding of security best practices (access controls, encryption, auditing)
Ability to partner cross-functionally with engineering, data, security, and infrastructure teams
Excellent documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience with Azure Data Factory, Synapse pipelines, and Logic Apps
Familiarity with Azure Automation, Defender for Cloud, and IaC patterns (ARM/Bicep)
Scripting for automation: PowerShell, Bash, (Python a plus)
Familiarity with Azure Fabric
Familiarity with Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
Experience or exposure to Master Data Management (MDM)
Exposure to GCP/AWS database services
Knowledge of Windows/Linux server fundamentals, networking, and storage
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k)/retirement plan
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative, growth-focused environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
EEO Statement
Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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