Database Engineer (SQL Server & Azure)

Remote • Posted 13 days ago • Updated 9 hours ago

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Eliassen Group

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Skills

Product Engineering
SAP BASIS
Life Insurance
High Availability
Scalability
Migration
Software Development Methodology
Specification Gathering
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Database Architecture
Pair Programming
SQL
Real-time
Performance Monitoring
Collaboration
FOCUS
Database Design
Normalization
Query Optimization
Database Modeling
Data Architecture
NoSQL
Cosmos-Db
Stored Procedures
Microsoft SQL Server
SQL Azure
Microsoft Azure
Cloud Computing
GitHub
Database
ELT
Streaming
Screening
Artificial Intelligence
Recruiting
Taxes
Insurance
Law
Management Consulting
Finance
Regulatory Compliance

Summary

Description:
**100% Remote**

We are seeking a Database Engineer with deep expertise in SQL Server and Microsoft Azure to join our product engineering team. This role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, AI-enhanced SDLC and is passionate about building scalable, secure, and high-performance data platforms.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60 - $70 / hr. w2

Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server databases with a focus on high availability, scalability, and performance
Lead and support Azure migration initiatives for legacy databases and data services
Develop and maintain cloud-native data solutions using:
Azure SQL (including Hyperscale)
Azure Data Factory
Azure Cosmos DB
Other relevant Azure data services
Operate within an AI-driven SDLC, including:
Partnering with AI copilots to translate business requirements into data models and technical specifications
Leveraging generative AI tools to iterate on database architecture and performance strategies
Pair-programming with AI assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to write, refactor, and validate SQL in real time
Implementing automation for validation, performance monitoring, bug prediction, and self-healing data pipelines
Collaborate closely with application engineers to ensure seamless integration between data systems and product features
Monitor, troubleshoot, and remediate database performance, security, and compliance issues

Experience Requirements:

6+ years of database engineering experience with a strong focus on SQL Server
Deep expertise in:
Database design and normalization (3rd Normal Form)
Indexing strategies
Query optimization
Stored procedure development and tuning
Strong experience with database modeling and data architecture
3 to 5 years of NoSQL experience, including Azure Cosmos DB
Solid understanding of SQL Server internals, including Azure SQL Database Hyperscale
Proven experience reviewing execution plans and optimizing high-volume queries and stored procedures
Hands-on experience monitoring database performance from both system and database perspectives
Experience using SQL Server Trace and performance diagnostics tools
Demonstrated experience with:
Azure SQL
Azure Data Factory
Cloud-native and distributed data architectures
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar
Experience with distributed databases, ELT pipelines, and data streaming technologies is a strong plus

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group's use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact .

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Position Id: a1WUQ000001A2Xp2AK
Posted 13 days ago

Company Info

About Eliassen Group

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company that provides business and IT services for our clients as they seek to transform and execute strategies that will drive exceptional outcomes. Leveraging over 30 years of success, we focus on professional services, talent solutions, and life sciences. Eliassen Group offers local community presence and deep networks. We are committed to positively impacting the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which we operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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