Database Developer

Montvale, New Jersey

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Hybrid

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Contract

|Job ID 72161|Posted Oct 13, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join a dynamic team as a Database Developer, where you'll design and optimize scalable data solutions. This hybrid role focuses on enhancing database performance and supporting application development in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement efficient data models to meet application and business needs.
  • Maintain and optimize database schemas for best performance and scalability.
  • Manage data integration and export processes to support analytics and reporting.
  • Ensure database systems' reliability, security, and performance.
  • Provide mentorship on database design and optimization practices.
  • Monitor and improve database performance proactively.
  • Develop complex SQL stored procedures and manage Azure SQL databases.
  • Utilize Azure Data Factory for data transformation and movement.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment.

Skills

  • Proven experience as a SQL Developer/DBA with a focus on performance tuning.
  • Strong knowledge of Azure SQL and data lake integration.
  • Proficiency in managing Azure Data Factory pipelines.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with database sharding concepts.
  • Experience with Azure DevOps for deployment pipeline management.
  • Any Microsoft Azure certification.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 

We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.