Southern Veterinary Partners (SVP) is seeking a Database Architect to help expand and continually improve the backend of our next generation reporting stack and data model. As a Database Architect, you will implement, maintain, and optimize our database environment in concert with our IT Engineers while working at the cutting edge of the Microsoft BI Tech Stack. The ideal candidate is eager to improve or even redesign components of an already robust database environment. That candidate would work hand in hand with BI Developers to level up existing processes and set new levels of excellence with the launch of new ones. Duties and Responsibilities: Lead the technical development and innovation of our database environment Curate database environments such that new development can be fully vetted through our DevOps process Evaluate all incoming requests for specific and measurable impact to existing systems. Work closely with BI and IT leadership to shape the future of DevOps at SVP Accurately diagnose and resolve environment issues in tandem with the IT Engineering team Keep up-to-date documentation of all objects and optimizations Help Development staff manage their work via SQL Source Control Required Education and Experience 5+ years of experience building SQL optimizations that facilitate faster and scalable processes. 5+ years of experience working in a DevOps SQL environment. 5+ years of experience with configuring database environments and process optimizations. Self-starting and results oriented team player with a passion for collaborating within a development team. 5+ years of experience with optimizations and infrastructure related to the SQL Server Data Tool suite. 5+ years of experience administrating SQL Server IAM. 5+ years of experience working with Visual Studio Database Projects. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, or related field. Preferred Education and Experience Experience with optimizations specifically related to memory utilization. Experience with optimizing SQL Server / Python Interactivity Experience working in Azure DevOps Experience working in a highly parameterized ETL environment. The SVP Way - Our Core Values We deliver on our mission by executing our WAG values and exemplifying them in everything we do. WORK TOGETHER – We are a part of something greater. We are a community; we work as a team; we are better together AMAZE – We create #AMAZING moments Exceed expectations; deliver personalized care; have a “YES” mentality GROW – We are always seeking ways to improve Grow our hospitals; serve more pets; enhance staff capabilities Benefits Work with an organization recognized as #1 in Healthcare by Newsweek’s Most Loved Workplaces in 2024. Online discount platform Collaborative team of people who live out our WAG values (work together, amaze, grow) Competitive salary Health, dental + vision insurance 401K with a company match Life insurance, short-term disability, and telemedicine Upward mobility and growth opportunities Generous paid time off and company-wide holidays Discounted veterinary care for your four-legged family members An opportunity to make a valuable impact on over 400 veterinary hospitals nationwide