Associate Director, SQL Server Developer / DBA
VML, Atlanta, GA, United States
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™ 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 WPP.com.
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 Integration
The 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 WPP Benefits for more details.
$75,000-$180,000 USD
We 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 www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When 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 Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. 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.
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™ 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 WPP.com.
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 Integration
The 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 WPP Benefits for more details.
$75,000-$180,000 USD
We 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 www.vml.com, and follow along on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When 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 Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. 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.