Associate Director, SQL Server Developer / DBA

# Associate Director, SQL Server Developer / DBAWhen you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our . California residents should read our . This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.# Associate Director, SQL Server Developer / DBA#### **Brand:** Thompson#### **Capability:** Technology & Innovation#### **Expertise:** Enterprise Solutions#### **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States & Chicago, IL, United States & Kansas City, MO, United States & New York, NY, United States#### **Last Updated:** 3/19/2026#### **Requisition ID:** 14896### **Who We Are**VML, part of WPP, is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave(TM) Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.**About WPP**WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit .**Overview** We are seeking a mid–senior level SQL Server Developer / DBA to support critical data infrastructure and application environments. This role will be responsible for both database development and administration, ensuring high availability, performance, and security of SQL Server environments. This position supports government-related systems, requiring candidates to be U.S. Citizens. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL development, performance tuning, and database administration, and enjoys working across both operational support and development initiatives. **Key Responsibilities** * Database Development* Design, develop, and maintain T-SQL queries, stored procedures, views, and functions* Build and optimize data pipelines, ETL processes, and reporting queries* Support application teams with database schema design and data modeling* Develop complex queries for analytics and reporting needs* Database Administration* Manage and maintain Microsoft SQL Server environments* Monitor database performance, uptime, and system health* Implement and manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery processes* Support database upgrades, patching, and deployment activities* Performance Optimization* Analyze and tune queries, indexes, and database structures* Identify and resolve database performance bottlenecks* Optimize storage, indexing, and execution plans* Security & Compliance* Implement database access controls and security best practices* Support compliance with data governance and security standards* Monitor database activity and maintain audit controls* Collaboration* Work closely with application developers, data engineers, and infrastructure teams* Support database changes across development, staging, and production environments* Maintain documentation for database architecture and operational procedures**Required Qualifications** * U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract support* 5+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server* Strong experience writing T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions* Experience with database performance tuning and indexing strategies* Hands-on experience managing SQL Server backups, restores, and maintenance* Experience troubleshooting production database issues* Strong understanding of relational database design* Preferred Qualifications* Experience with SSIS, SSRS, or SSAS* Exposure to Azure SQL or cloud-based database environments* Experience supporting data warehousing or reporting environments* Familiarity with Power BI or BI tools* Experience with database CI/CD or DevOps pipelines**Key Skills** * Microsoft SQL Server* T-SQL Development* Database Administration* Query Optimization* Performance Tuning* Data Modeling* Backup & Disaster Recovery* ETL / Data IntegrationThe base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click for more details.\_$75,000—$180,000 USDWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. VML is a WPP agency (NYSE: WPP). For more information, please visit

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