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LERETA, LLC · 1 day ago

SQL Server Database Administrator

LERETA, LLC is seeking an experienced Azure SQL Server Database Engineer/Administrator to join their technology team. This role requires strong expertise in SQL Server administration and development within Microsoft Azure environments, focusing on delivering secure and reliable data platforms for clients.

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Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and manage SQL Server environments across Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Elastic Pools, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
Support and configure Elastic Jobs, Azure SQL orchestration, and distributed job execution
Manage Azure SQL server-level configuration: firewall rules, private endpoints, VNet integration, auditing, threat detection, and RBAC
Implement and administer Azure Failover Groups, geo-replication, and DR/HA strategies
Configure and support database encryption, compliance, auditing, and operational governance controls
Automate SQL deployments using Azure DevOps Pipelines, YAML CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and database release automation
Develop code-based automation solutions leveraging: + PowerShell (Az modules, dba tools, custom scripts) + Azure CLI + Azure Functions + Logic Apps / Power Automate (Flows) + Azure Automation Accounts & Runbooks
Automate activities such as: + Schema deployment & change management + Index/statistics maintenance + DR test validation & reporting + Database provisioning + Configuration enforcement + Alert-driven recommendation
Monitor and tune databases using Azure SQL Insights, Query Store, Automatic Tuning, and Intelligent Query Processing
Build and query Log Analytics workspaces using Kusto Query Language (KQL) for custom dashboards, advanced diagnostics, and alerting
Identify and resolve: + Blocking and concurrency issues + Parameter sniffing + Long-running queries + Plan regressions + CPU, memory, and I/O bottlenecks
Apply best practices for indexing, partitioning, data distribution, and query optimization
Review execution plans to ensure efficient query performance across Azure SQL platforms
Develop, maintain, and optimize complex T-SQL stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, and queries
Partner with development and product teams on schema design, indexing strategy, and data modeling
Write efficient, reusable SQL code that supports high-volume transactional and reporting workloads
Perform installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades across Azure SQL platforms
Manage backup and restore processes including: + Automated PITR + Long-Term Retention policies + Geo-restore scenarios + Managed Instance backup automation
Implement security protections including auditing, TDE, Always Encrypted, firewall restrictions, and identity access controls
Collaborate with DevOps, cloud engineering, and application stakeholders to support operational continuity and scalability
This position will perform other duties as assigned based on the needs of the department

Qualification

Azure SQL AdministrationT-SQL DevelopmentDevOps AutomationPerformance MonitoringDatabase SecurityCollaborationProblem Solving

Required

Strong expertise in SQL Server administration and development within Microsoft Azure environments
Design, deploy, and manage SQL Server environments across Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Elastic Pools, and SQL Server on Azure VMs
Support and configure Elastic Jobs, Azure SQL orchestration, and distributed job execution
Manage Azure SQL server-level configuration: firewall rules, private endpoints, VNet integration, auditing, threat detection, and RBAC
Implement and administer Azure Failover Groups, geo-replication, and DR/HA strategies
Configure and support database encryption, compliance, auditing, and operational governance controls
Automate SQL deployments using Azure DevOps Pipelines, YAML CI/CD, Git-based workflows, and database release automation
Develop code-based automation solutions leveraging PowerShell (Az modules, dba tools, custom scripts), Azure CLI, Azure Functions, Logic Apps / Power Automate (Flows), Azure Automation Accounts & Runbooks
Automate activities such as schema deployment & change management, index/statistics maintenance, DR test validation & reporting, database provisioning, configuration enforcement, alert-driven recommendation
Monitor and tune databases using Azure SQL Insights, Query Store, Automatic Tuning, and Intelligent Query Processing
Build and query Log Analytics workspaces using Kusto Query Language (KQL) for custom dashboards, advanced diagnostics, and alerting
Identify and resolve blocking and concurrency issues, parameter sniffing, long-running queries, plan regressions, CPU, memory, and I/O bottlenecks
Apply best practices for indexing, partitioning, data distribution, and query optimization
Review execution plans to ensure efficient query performance across Azure SQL platforms
Develop, maintain, and optimize complex T-SQL stored procedures, functions, views, triggers, and queries
Partner with development and product teams on schema design, indexing strategy, and data modeling
Write efficient, reusable SQL code that supports high-volume transactional and reporting workloads
Perform installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades across Azure SQL platforms
Manage backup and restore processes including automated PITR, Long-Term Retention policies, geo-restore scenarios, managed Instance backup automation
Implement security protections including auditing, TDE, Always Encrypted, firewall restrictions, and identity access controls
Collaborate with DevOps, cloud engineering, and application stakeholders to support operational continuity and scalability
Availability to support East Coast Operations hours

Company

LERETA, LLC

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Since 1986, LERETA has provided a full suite of national real estate tax services for residential and commercial loans, including automated online research and certification, tax bill processing, a suite of delinquent tax services, and customized tax outsourcing service programs.

H1B Sponsorship

LERETA, LLC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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2021-07-06Private Equity
2021-07-06Acquired
2009-01-01Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Jim Micali
Chief Operating Officer
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Michael S. Black
Chief Information Security Officer
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