Senior SQL Engineer

  • Dallas, TX
  • Posted 14 days ago | Updated 2 days ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

SQL development DBA experience
ETL

Job Details

We are seeking a Senior SQL Engineer with a strong background in database development and administration, particularly in small to mid-sized environments where flexibility and multitasking are key. This role requires expertise in stored procedures, query optimization, and database performance tuning, along with some DBA responsibilities. Experience with Azure SQL setup and management is a plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Architect, develop, and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database structures
Lead performance tuning efforts, including indexing strategies, execution plans, and query optimization
Manage database administration (DBA) tasks, including security, backups, high availability, and disaster recovery
Collaborate with development teams to ensure efficient database design and performance
Support data migration, ETL processes, and reporting initiatives
Assist in the design, deployment, and management of SQL environments in Azure (preferred)
Ensure compliance with best practices, security standards, and database governance policies
Troubleshoot and resolve complex database performance and integrity issues

Qualifications:
5+ years of SQL development and DBA experience
Expert-level knowledge of stored procedures, query optimization, and indexing
Strong experience with database security, backup strategies, and high availability solutions
Hands-on experience with ETL processes and data migration
Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions, particularly Azure SQL (preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
If you're a seasoned SQL Engineer looking for a role with diverse responsibilities and high impact, we d love to hear from you!

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