SQL Database Administrator

Senior SQL Developer

Location: Tempe, AZ (Hybrid – Remote & Onsite)

Type: Contract-to-Hire (W2 only)

Industry: Healthcare / Pharmaceutical Technology

Overview

We are seeking a Senior SQL Developer to join a growing healthcare pharmaceutical technology company based in Tempe, Arizona. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering a hybrid remote work environment. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL development, and database architecture, and enjoys working across both strategic design and hands-on execution.

This role plays a critical part in supporting and modernizing data-driven applications that impact healthcare and pharmaceutical operations, with a strong emphasis on performance, reliability, and scalability.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

• Must be able to work on a W2 basis (no third-party employers)

Key Responsibilities

Analyze business and technical requirements and prioritize database-related tasks accordingly

Perform SQL Server database installations, upgrades, migrations, and patching

Review, optimize, and maintain existing databases and T-SQL codebases

Validate, test, and implement SQL code across development and production environments

Test, debug, and deploy database-driven applications and enhancements

Design and evolve database architectures for new and existing business applications

Develop and maintain ETL workflows using SSIS

Support and mentor junior developers on T-SQL standards and best practices

Document database designs, development processes, and operational procedures

Required Skills & Experience

Advanced experience in SQL development and database architecture

Strong command of Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL, including complex query design

Proven experience designing relational databases for business-critical applications

Hands-on experience building and maintaining SSIS ETL packages

Expertise in database performance tuning, query optimization, and indexing strategies

Solid understanding of data structures, normalization, and functional data modeling

Excellent debugging and troubleshooting skills

Strong analytical thinking with the ability to break down complex problems and derive sound solutions

Clear verbal and written communication skills suitable for a professional, regulated environment