VDOT Technical Lead (.Net/SQL) Programmer Analyst 4

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Senior Microsoft SQL Developer

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.

Successful ADF-driven migration workflows.

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.

Work Environment & Arrangement
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.

Duration, Level, and
Contract Length: 12 months, with possible extension.
CAI Skill Level: Level 4 (Senior Developer).
Maximum Bill : NA/hour.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill Required /Desired Amount of Experience
SQL Server development experience	Required	7	Years
.NET/C# backend development experience.	Required	7	Years
Experience supporting delivery and agile teams.	Required	5	Years
Technical lead experience guiding engineering teams.	Required	3	Years
Modernization or migration project experience.	Required	3	Years
Experience with Azure SQL on IaaS VM environments.	Required	3	Years
Experience building ADF pipelines and supporting ETL workloads.	Required	5	Years
Minimum of 10 years of IT experience	Required	10	Years
Experience in state government or transportation-related environments.	Highly desired	2	Years
Working in regulated or audited environments.	Desired	5	Years
Expertise with microservices architecture concepts.	Desired	2	Years

Questions

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Question1

Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?

Question2

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