SQL Developer

Company Overview

Spry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments. 

Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview):

Spry Methods is seeking a SQL Developer to support a strategic laboratory program for our DOJ FBI customer. The ideal candidate has experience with strong Microsoft SQL Server database administration skills.

What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):

• Design, develop, optimize, and maintain complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, views, and database scripts to support enterprise applications and reporting requirements. 

• Monitor and tune database performance through query optimization, indexing strategies, and execution plan analysis. 

• Develop, manage, and continuously improve index management and statistics optimization. 

• Develop, design, and support Power BI datasets, ensuring efficient integration with SQL queries, views, and underlying data models. 

• Develop and optimize Power BI DAX expressions for advanced reporting and analytics. 

• Experienced with design and implementation of complex data structure types and integrations across multiple organizational units 

• Experience with mapping and creating entity relationship diagrams 

• Ensure database performance through proactive query optimization.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):

• U.S. Citizenship with an active Top Secret clearance. 

• 6+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of certifications and experience). 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or additional experience in lieu of degree). 

• Strong expertise in T-SQL development, performance tuning, and query optimization. 

• Solid understanding of database architecture, design principles, and normalization. 

• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex T-SQL performance problems. 

• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. 

Ideally, You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):

• Experience supporting federal, law enforcement, or scientific organizations. 

• Experience migrating on-premises databases to AWS or other cloud platforms. 

• Experience assessing and documenting client environments, infrastructure, and operational processes. 

• Background in data warehousing, analytics platforms, and reporting solutio