Azure Data Engineer/SQL Developer

Visual Connections, LLC has an exciting opportunity for an Azure Data Engineer/SQL Developer to join our team in McLean, VA . You will be hands‑on performing DB management tasks and responsible for delivering a high‑quality application with strong emphasis on data security and system performance. Design, implement, and support SQL Server databases (2016, 2019, 2022) across Azure and on‑premises environments to ensure high availability, performance, and reliability. Monitor, troubleshoot, and tune database performance through effective indexing strategies, query optimization, and proactive issue resolution. Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL/ELT workflows using Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, and Azure Synapse Pipelines. Apply data modeling best practices, including OLTP and OLAP architectures, star schemas, and normalization techniques, to support analytics and transactional workloads. Develop, optimise, and maintain relational data models, stored procedures, and complex SQL workloads in SQL Server and Azure SQL Database. Architect and implement enterprise data solutions leveraging Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), Azure Synapse Analytics, and other Azure‑native data services. Diagnose and resolve technical issues across multiple system tiers, including application, database, and server layers. Implement automation solutions using scheduled jobs, scripts, and other tools to improve operational efficiency and system reliability. Troubleshoot and resolve issues across application, database, and server tiers. Collaborate closely with cross‑functional development teams to design, review, and deliver high‑quality software solutions. Participate in Agile ceremonies and practices, including sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, backlog refinement, and continuous improvement. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and 7 years of experience as a Database Engineer. Able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust with the Federal government (mandatory). Employer‑based sponsorship is not available for this role; legal permanent residents must have maintained residency status in the United States for a minimum of the past three years. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong working knowledge of SQL/T‑SQL and SQL Server databases, ADF, and Fabric. Experience managing complex database environments. Ability to work collaboratively within an Agile development team. Proficient understanding of code versioning tools – such as Azure DevOps. Familiarity with Azure Web Apps. Microsoft certified: Azure fundamentals or related cloud certifications. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Work Location Hybrid, office located in McLean, VA Benefits Full Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision health care 11 Paid Holidays annually Paid time off Short Term, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Training and Development opportunities including professional certification and educational reimbursement Visual Connections, LLC provides employment opportunities for all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. We are a Service‑Disabled, Veteran‑Owned Small Business; and a Certified Maryland Business Enterprise. We were established in 2007 to provide public and private sector clients with robust web‑based applications, Health IT and Portfolio and Program Management services. We have proven ourselves to be valuable partners who can deliver both qualitative and quantitative results to our clients. Our versatile, efficient and experienced team has a stellar record of past performance, working with the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS). With an employee base well‑versed in different disciplines, we are able to deliver high quality customizable solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr