Hello, Hope you are doing great! If you are comfortable with the requirement, kindly respond with below information and your updated resume( word formatted ) ASAP Full Name: Current Location: Contact No Primary: Work Authorization: S.S.N No( Last 4 digits ): D.O.B( MM/DD ): Availability( Any notice period required to join in project ): Currently working(Yes/No): LinkedIn: Employer details( If on C2C ): Please check the below requirement Direct Client Requirement Position: Sr. Data Engineer with Azure Cloud and Strong SQL( Hybrid/ Onsite for 2 days a week ) Location: Dallas TX or VA Duration: 12+ Months Long Term Contract Work Authorization: US Citizen/GC/GC-EAD/TN Visa( on C2C is fine ) Need Locals Candidates.. Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Database Engineer with strong hands-on experience in modernizing and automating on-premises SQL databases, as well as a solid track record of successful migration projects from on-premises to Azure cloud. As a Senior Database Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving our database modernization efforts, ensuring scalability, performance, and security in the Azure cloud environment. Responsibilities: Lead the modernization and automation of on-premises SQL databases, implementing best practices and efficient processes to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability. Design and execute successful migration strategies from on-premises databases to Azure cloud, ensuring seamless data transfer and minimal downtime. Develop and implement automation solutions using tools such as Python, PowerShell, and Azure DevOps (ADO) to streamline database management tasks, including provisioning, backup and recovery, monitoring, and deployment processes. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, understand business needs, and propose effective database solutions that align with the overall technical architecture in the Azure cloud environment. Utilize tools like Liquibase or similar to manage database schema changes and version control. Implement effective monitoring and logging solutions using tools like Splunk and Datadog to ensure database performance, availability, and security. Perform thorough assessments and evaluations of existing on-premises databases, identifying areas for improvement, optimization, and consolidation prior to migration to Azure cloud. Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout the database modernization and migration process in the Azure cloud environment. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior database engineers, fostering their technical growth and promoting best practices in database management, automation, and migration in the Azure cloud. Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in database management, Azure cloud services, and DevOps practices, evaluating their potential impact and relevance to our organization. Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to assess and implement new technologies, tools, and services that can enhance our Azure cloud database environment and support our modernization goals. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in database engineering, with a strong focus on SQL databases and Azure cloud. Extensive experience in modernizing and automating on-premises SQL databases, including performance optimization, scalability improvements, and process automation. Proven expertise in successfully migrating on-premises databases to Azure cloud, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption to operations. Strong proficiency in SQL scripting, database performance tuning, backup and recovery, and database security practices in the Azure cloud environment. Experience with database migration tools and technologies, such as Azure Database Migration Service, Azure Data Factory, or similar tools. Solid understanding of Azure cloud database services, including Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Cosmos DB. Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools like Python, PowerShell, and Azure DevOps (ADO) for streamlining database management and deployment processes in Azure. Experience in using tools like Liquibase or similar for managing database schema changes and version control. Knowledge of monitoring and logging solutions like Splunk and Datadog for database performance and security monitoring in Azure cloud. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex database issues and propose effective solutions in the Azure cloud environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Tech Stack: Databases: On-premises SQL databases (e.g., Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL) Cloud Platform: Microsoft Azure (Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Cosmos DB) Scripting and Automation: Python, PowerShell Version Control: Git CI/CD: Azure DevOps (ADO) Database Migration: Azure Database Migration Service, Azure Data Factory Database Schema Management: Liquibase or similar tools Monitoring and Logging: Splunk, Datadog Thanks and Regards Prasad Mamidela | Kairos Technologies Inc. Direct Number: 972.777.9484 | Mobile: 201.613.3664 433 E Las Colinas Blvd, # 1240, Irving, TX 75039 USA http://www.kairostech.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prasadmamidela Job Type: Contract Pay: $75.00 - $80.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Dallas, TX 75201: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Azure: 4 years (Required) SQL: 6 years (Required) On-premises: 2 years (Required) Total IT: 10 years (Required) Azure DevOps: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person