Senior SQL Server Applications Developer
Place of Performance : On-site at Washington, DC
Period of Performance : February 2, 2026 December 31, 2026 (potential extension to 2027)
Citizenship : U.S. Citizen required
Years of experience
Summary and level of experience
Extensive experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL (senior-level hands-on development)
Proven experience with database design and development , query optimization , and performance tuning
Strong working knowledge of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Solid understanding of database security (roles / permissions, least privilege, auditing concepts, secure design)
Demonstrated track record supporting SQL Server database applications in production
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior SQL Server Applications Developer with deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL to design, implement, support, and optimize sophisticated database applications in production environments . The ideal candidate has strong experience in database design, query optimization, performance tuning, security , and technical support , and can work effectively within an Agile delivery model.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server database applications supporting complex system requirements
- Write, analyze, and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and scripts
- Perform query optimization and performance tuning (indexes, execution plans, deadlocks, blocking, etc.)
- Implement and support database deployment procedures and release management for database changes
- Ensure database performance, reliability, and security through proactive monitoring and issue resolution
- Collaborate with application / dev teams to improve database design and application query performance
- Provide production support and technical troubleshooting for database-driven applications
- Create and maintain technical documentation (data models, change logs, runbooks, support procedures)
Required Qualifications (Elimination Criteria)
Extensive experience with Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL (senior-level hands-on development)Proven experience with database design and development , query optimization , and performance tuningStrong working knowledge of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)Solid understanding of database security (roles / permissions, least privilege, auditing concepts, secure design)Demonstrated track record supporting SQL Server database applications in productionStrong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skillsU.S. citizenship and ability to work onsite 5 days / week in downtown Washington, DCPreferred / Desired Skills
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) experienceExperience with C# / .NET and Visual Studio (helpful for integrated application / database work)Familiarity with Agile delivery practices (user stories, sprints, iterative releases, DevOps coordination)Work Environment
Onsite, full-time in Washington, DC (downtown)Collaborative Agile team environment working with developers, QA, and business stakeholdersProduction support responsibilities may require responsiveness to priority incidents and release windowsRegards,
Ayush Sharma Sr. US Technical Recruiter
321-323-1062 | Ext : 149
Ayush@stellentit.com | G-talk : Ayush@stellentit.com