Senior Applications Developer (SQL DBA)

Since 1996, NFF has designed, architected, and delivered IT network and security solutions to many state, and local government agencies, K-20 educational institutions, federal agencies, and large enterprise businesses across the mid-Atlantic. NFF is a technology services and solutions provider, specializing in next-generation IT infrastructure including networks, data centers, cloud migrations, IT security, collaboration and mobility, and full/part-time staff augmentation services.   Our solutions, professional services and IT staffing portfolio are centered around building more resilient, secure, adaptive, and intelligent IT infrastructure and include comprehensive assessment, architecture, design, integration and installation services, and ongoing performance management services though our Network Operations Center (NOC).  

NFF is a Cisco Gold Partner with a Customer Experience Specialization and was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020 and 2022. NFF has maintained Cisco Gold Partnership since 2008, is the only Cisco Gold Partner headquartered in the District of Columbia. In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, VMware, NetApp and Splunk.

NFF is a District of Columbia (DC) Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) and a SBA Certified Small Business with headquarters in downtown Washington, DC. Our dedication to quality is reflected in our accomplishment of being awarded multiple ISO 9001:2015 certifications.

NFF is seeking senior SQL Database Administrator with demonstrated expertise in architecting, implementing, and supporting sophisticated database environments built on SQL Server. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing backend database infrastructure and can effectively:

• Design and optimize SQL database architecture to support complex system requirements
• Develop and maintain database solutions following Agile methodologies
• Implement deployment procedures and release management for database changes
• Ensure database performance, security, and reliability through proactive monitoring
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize database design and query performance
• Proven track record managing SQL Server environments in production settings
  
  

• Extensive experience with Microsoft SQL Server and the T-SQL programming language required. 
• Responsibilities include Database Design and Development, Query Optimization, Performance Tuning, and Technical Support.
• Familiarity with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) required.
• Good understanding of database security required.
• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) desired.
• Experience with C#/.NET and Visual Studio desired.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

*** THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE ***

*** US Citizenship Required *** 
*** BS/BA in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field is required

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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