HirePeaks · 6 hours ago
Azure Cloud Migration
United States
Contract
Remote
Senior Level
7+ years expHirePeaks is seeking an experienced SQL Architect with deep expertise in Azure cloud migration to lead the modernization and transformation of enterprise database infrastructure. The ideal candidate will architect scalable, secure, and high-performing Azure SQL solutions while driving end-to-end database migration strategies.
Information Technology & Services
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Divyani Thakur
Responsibilities
Design and architect Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Synapse Analytics solutions aligned with business requirements and performance goals
Develop migration roadmaps and cloud adoption strategies for enterprise database workloads
Provide technical leadership in designing high-availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies using Azure-native services
Lead end-to-end database migration initiatives using Azure Database Migration Service (DMS), Azure Data Factory, and other industry-standard tools
Conduct assessments of current SQL Server environments, identify dependencies, and create migration plans minimizing downtime
Optimize database performance, cost structure, and governance in the cloud environment
Perform performance tuning, indexing strategies, query optimization, and partitioning to enhance system performance
Design data models, schemas, and stored procedures to support scalable cloud-native applications
Implement security best practices including encryption, identity management, and role-based access control (RBAC)
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Azure ARM, Bicep, or Terraform for consistent and automated deployments
Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate CI/CD pipelines for database deployments using Azure DevOps
Monitor and manage database performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights
Collaborate with application architects, business stakeholders, and security teams to align database architecture with organizational strategy
Lead design workshops, technical reviews, and provide strategic recommendations for modernization and optimization
Produce architectural documentation, migration runbooks, and best practice guidelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
7+ years of experience in SQL Server architecture and database engineering
3+ years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud database services
Proven expertise in Azure SQL, Azure Synapse, Azure Virtual Machines, and Azure Storage
Strong experience in database migration projects from on-premises to Azure Cloud
Proficiency in T-SQL, query optimization, performance tuning, and indexing strategies
Preferred
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Database Administrator Associate, or Data Engineer Associate
Experience with PowerShell or Python scripting for automation
Knowledge of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Familiarity with security frameworks, compliance standards, and data governance policies
Company
HirePeaks
HirePeaks Consulting LLC is a premier talent acquisition and business consulting firm dedicated to helping organizations build high-performing teams and achieve sustainable growth.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase