Azure SQL Database Administrator

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Azure SQL Database Administrator / Data Architect

Location: Washington, DC,

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Position: Azure SQL Database Administrator / Data Architect Reports To: FLSA: Exempt Location: Washington, DC, Posted: 2/9/26

Job Description

Embrace the opportunity to join Innovate Inc. and become a valued member of our team. We are seeking driven individuals who are passionate about leveraging technology to tackle environmental challenges and drive positive change. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are eager to contribute your skills and expertise to innovative projects, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity further. Read on to learn more about how you can be part of our dynamic team.

Innovate Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Azure SQL Database Administrator / Data Architect to join our geospatial solutions team. In this role, you will design, administer, and optimize Azure SQL–based enterprise geodatabases that support ArcGIS Enterprise and mission‑critical utility GIS operations. You will lead database performance tuning, security hardening, backup and disaster recovery planning (including cross‑region resiliency), and operational troubleshooting to ensure high availability and reliability. The role also includes collaborating with ArcGIS platform administrators, cloud engineers, and client stakeholders; managing incidents and changes through established ITSM workflows; and producing clear technical documentation and runbooks to support successful transition and ongoing operations.

We are seeking self‑starting individuals with a “Let me at it” attitude who can adapt to a fluid work environment and an occasionally demanding schedule. In return, you will be able to be part of a motivated, highly skilled team and will be able to contribute to the growth and positive direction of our company.

*Contingent upon contract being awarded*

Location: Candidates can work remotely.

Salary Range: $85000-$135000 annually

Position Status: Full Time; with benefits

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with match, Life Insurance, and PTO

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer and manage Azure SQL Database environments (production hyperscale and non‑production elastic pool) used as enterprise geodatabases for ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Configure and maintain secure database connectivity, including private endpoints, firewall rules, and role‑based access controls.
• Monitor and tune database performance through index management, statistics updates, query optimization, and capacity planning.
• Implement and manage automated backup and restore strategies, including short‑term and long‑term retention aligned with Loudoun Water’s backup policies.
• Support disaster recovery and business continuity, including geo‑replication/failover groups, restore testing, and validation of RTO/RPO objectives.
• Coordinate database changes with ArcGIS Enterprise patching and upgrade activities to ensure compatibility and minimize service disruption.
• Monitor database health and trends, proactively identifying risks or optimization opportunities and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Support GIS integrations that rely on Azure SQL, including data synchronization, out