SQL Developer/DBA

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth advisory, digital, audit, tax, consulting, and outsourcing services. Even with more than 8,500 people, 130 U.S. locations, and a global reach, we promise to know you and help you. CLA is dedicated to building a culture that invites different beliefs and perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other.

CLA is looking to hire a SQL Developer/DBA - Lead to join our growing Internal IT team.

About the role:

We are seeking a skilled SQL Developer/DBA to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for 75% database development and 25% DBA work, ensuring our databases are secure, reliable, and efficient. As a SQL Developer/DBA, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our databases and ensuring that they meet our company's standards.

Essential Job Functions :

* Develop, design, and maintain complex SQL Server databases, including designing and implementing schemas, tables, indexes, views, and stored procedures.

* Create and optimize complex SQL queries, including the ability to write complex stored procedures and functions.

* Manage database security and access control, including developing and implementing security policies and procedures, performing database backups, and implementing disaster recovery plans.

* Identify and troubleshoot database issues and performance problems, including analyzing database performance metrics, diagnosing problems, and tuning databases to optimize performance.

* Collaborate with software developers and other stakeholders to ensure that databases meet their needs and requirements.

* Work with database vendors to stay up-to-date with new technologies, features, and trends.

* Document database design, data flow, dependencies, and integrations for support

* Analyze data and identify performance related gaps and provide solutions wherever applicable

* Develop monitoring plans for proactive support of databases both on-prem and in the cloud

* Create, document and support disaster recovery planning and procedure development

What you will need:

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or equivalent experience.

* Minimum of 3 years of experience in SQL Server development on the Azure Cloud platform.

* Strong proficiency in SQL Server development tools, including SQL Server Management Studio, Azure Data Studio, and Azure SQL Database.

* Experience in Azure Cloud platform features such as Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, and Cosmos.

* Experience with database security, backup, and recovery procedures.

* Familiarity with database security, backup, and recovery procedures in the Azure Cloud.

* Strong knowledge of T-SQL programming, database design, and optimization techniques.

* Familiarity with database performance tuning and optimization techniques.

* Ability to write complex stored procedures, functions, and SQL queries.

* Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Our Perks:

• Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)

• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave

• Paid Volunteer Time Off

• Mental health coverage

• Quarterly Wellness stipend

• Fertility benefits

• Complete list of benefitshere

The wage range for this position is:

Chicago, IL $113,772 - $170,658

Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range.

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Wellness at CLA

To support our CLA family members, we focus on their physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being and offer comprehensive benefit options that include health, dental, vision, 401k and much more.

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