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Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL Server databases supporting enterprise healthcare applications. * Create and optimize database schemas, tables, indexes, views, stored procedures, functions ...

Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL Server databases supporting enterprise healthcare applications. * Create and optimize database schemas, tables, indexes, views, stored procedures, functions ...

SQL Developer - Bangkok, Thailand

$46.25 - $63.50/hr

Maintain and enhance SQL Server databases (tables, views, stored procedures, functions) * Develop and optimize complex T-SQL for applications and reporting * Design and maintain data pipelines across ...

SQL Data Engineer

Centreville, VA · Remote

$125K - $140K/yr

Remote (EST/CST Preferred) Start Date Is: ASAP Duration: Permanent Compensation Range: $125,000 ... This role focuses heavily on SQL Server, data migrations, ETL processes, XML data handling, and ...

Maintain and enhance SQL Server databases (tables, views, stored procedures, functions) * Develop and optimize complex T-SQL for applications and reporting * Design and maintain data pipelines across ...

SQL Developer

New York, NY · Remote

$46.25 - $63.50/hr

Extensive experience with large datasets and relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server). Technical ... Comfort working with remote team members located in the US, India, or other geographies.

SQL Developer

$46.25 - $63.50/hr

Considerable experience with SQL Server Development, including tables, views, stored procedures, user-defined * Experience with Microsoft SSIS functions, and complex SQL DML. * Significant experience ...

You will be responsible for defining, supporting, securing, and administering SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance and availability. You will perform a variety of activities including ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote sql server in the United States is $48.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.87 and $54.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote SQL Server job involves managing, maintaining, and optimizing SQL Server databases while working from a remote location. Responsibilities may include database administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, query optimization, and security management. Professionals in this role typically collaborate with development and IT teams to ensure efficient database operations. This position is ideal for database administrators (DBAs), developers, and analysts who prefer a flexible work environment.

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To excel as a Remote SQL Server professional, you need strong expertise in SQL database administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, and T-SQL scripting, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Azure SQL, and relevant certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate are highly valued. Exceptional problem-solving skills, independent time management, and effective remote communication are essential soft skills in this position. These capabilities ensure reliable database performance, data integrity, and seamless remote collaboration within distributed teams.

What are some typical challenges faced by Remote SQL Server professionals, and how can they overcome them?

Remote SQL Server professionals often encounter challenges such as ensuring secure data access, troubleshooting performance issues without on-site physical access, and managing complex databases across different environments. Successful professionals stay proactive by leveraging remote monitoring tools, maintaining clear documentation, and utilizing secure VPN connections. Proactive communication with development and IT teams is key to quickly resolving issues and implementing changes. By developing strong self-management habits and staying up to date with the latest SQL Server technologies, remote DBAs can successfully navigate the unique demands of working in a distributed environment.

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SQL Database Developer

ProArch

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Key Responsibilities
Database Design & Development
  • Design, develop, and maintain complex SQL Server databases supporting enterprise healthcare applications.
  • Create and optimize database schemas, tables, indexes, views, stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
  • Develop scalable data models supporting patient, provider, care management, clinical, and operational workflows.
  • Ensure database structures support evolving business and regulatory requirements.

Performance Optimization
  • Analyze and resolve database performance bottlenecks.
  • Optimize complex T-SQL queries and stored procedures.
  • Design indexing strategies to improve application response times.
  • Perform execution plan analysis and SQL code optimization.
  • Monitor database performance and proactively identify areas for improvement.
  • Support high-volume transactional workloads while maintaining performance SLAs.

Scalability & Capacity Planning
  • Assess current database limitations and recommend scalability improvements.
  • Design solutions capable of supporting increased user concurrency and transaction volumes.
  • Implement partitioning, archiving, caching, and data lifecycle strategies.
  • Optimize database architecture for future platform growth and new feature rollouts.
  • Collaborate with Technical Architects to define long-term database modernization strategies.

Healthcare Data & Integrations
  • Support healthcare interoperability initiatives using FHIR standards.
  • Develop and optimize ETL processes for healthcare data exchange.
  • Design database structures supporting FHIR resources and healthcare integrations.
  • Work with API and integration teams to ensure efficient data access patterns.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare data governance and security requirements.

Reporting & Analytics
  • Design and optimize reporting databases and operational data stores.
  • Develop SQL-based reporting solutions and data extracts.
  • Support Power BI and enterprise reporting initiatives.
  • Create scalable reporting mechanisms that minimize application performance impact.

Data Security & Compliance
  • Implement database security best practices.
  • Manage data access controls and encryption strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA and healthcare data privacy regulations.
  • Participate in audits and compliance reviews.

Requirements
Required Qualifications
Experience
  • 8+ years of SQL Server development experience.
  • 5+ years working on enterprise-scale applications.
  • Experience supporting systems with high transaction volumes and large datasets.
  • Proven track record of database performance tuning and optimization.
  • Experience working closely with application development teams.
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2016/2019/2022
  • T-SQL Programming
  • Stored Procedures
  • Views
  • Triggers
  • Functions
  • Query Optimization
  • Index Tuning
  • Database Performance Monitoring
  • Performance & Scalability
  • Execution Plan Analysis
  • Database Partitioning
  • Index Strategy Design
  • Locking and Blocking Analysis
  • Deadlock Resolution
  • Capacity Planning
  • High Availability and Disaster Recovery
  • Development & Integration
  • SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
  • ETL Development
  • REST API Data Integrations
  • Data Migration Strategies
  • CI/CD for Database Deployments
  • SQL Reporting Services (SSRS)
  • Power BI
  • Operational Reporting
  • Data Warehousing Concepts

Preferred Qualifications
  • Healthcare industry experience.
  • Knowledge of HL7 and FHIR standards.
  • Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR/EMR) platforms.
  • Expertise in Azure SQL and cloud database architectures.
  • Experience supporting care management, population health, or patient engagement platforms.
  • Familiarity with Azure Data Factory and modern data platform technologies.

Key Deliverables
  • During the first 90 days, the successful candidate will:
  • Complete a database health and performance assessment.
  • Identify and resolve critical performance bottlenecks.
  • Optimize high-impact stored procedures and queries.
  • Establish database monitoring and performance baselines.
  • Create a database scalability roadmap.
  • Implement indexing and data access optimization strategies.
  • Support new healthcare integration and reporting initiatives.
  • Improve data quality and reliability across the platform.

Success Metrics
  • Reduction in database response times.
  • Improved application performance and user experience.
  • Increased concurrent user capacity.
  • Reduction in production database incidents.
  • Faster reporting and analytics execution.
  • Improved scalability to support future platform growth.
  • High data quality, security, and system reliability.