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Senior Database Engineer
Location
California + 4 moreAll locations: California | Idaho | South Carolina | Texas | Washington
Posted
174 days ago
Salary
$138.3K - $169K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Database Engineer
BECU
• Ensure application uptime by implementing and testing HA/DR solutions across on-prem and Azure environments. • Drive performance optimization through proactive monitoring and tuning. • Leverage automation and Infrastructure-as-Code for efficiency. • Resolve complex issues. • Act as a trusted advisor, partnering with delivery teams to recommend solutions and mentor to elevate technical standards. • Design and Secure Infrastructure: Build and maintain robust, secure, and highly available database environments across Azure and On-prem platforms. • Automate for Efficiency: Develop and manage automated processes using SQL , PowerShell , and IaC. • Create Impactful Solutions: Use tools like SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS and Azure Data Factory. • Advance CI/CD Practices: Build and enhance pipelines for database artifacts. • Monitor and Optimize: Utilize SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and Query Store. • Be the Go-To Expert: Provide escalated support and resolve complex issues. • Mentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers and delivery teams. • Shape the Future: Collaborate with architects and product owners to define technology roadmaps. • Champion Quality: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes that elevate system performance. • Share Knowledge: Present technical topics to the broader engineering community. • Stay Ready: Be available for on-call support.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or business discipline, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum 5 years of related functional experience as a database engineer with at least 2 years of experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery patterns, including Infrastructure-as-Code, and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps Services, GitHub Actions, etc.).
- Familiarity with advanced SQL language concepts.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2019 and newer), including installation, configuration, performance tuning, high availability (Always On, clustering), and disaster recovery strategies.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Azure Data offerings including SQL Database, SQL MI, Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Data Fabric, as well as overall Azure and cloud proficiency.
- Strong proficiency in T-SQL development, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, triggers, and optimizing query performance.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues and tune queries and systems in multiple of the above tools and RDBMSs.
Benefits
- 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
- 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
- Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
- PTO Program + Exchange Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
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