Senior SQL Developer

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Position Title: Senior SQL Server Database Engineer
Eligibility: US Citizen or Green Card Holder
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Remote 

Overview:
The Senior SQL Server Database Engineer is a highly skilled technologist with deep T-SQL expertise who designs and supports end-to-end data solutions for complex business needs. This role focuses on database and ETL development, performance tuning, and supporting large-scale SQL Server operations. The engineer plays a critical role in improving data reliability, optimizing system performance, and enabling high-quality reporting across the organization.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop complex T-SQL stored procedures, queries, views, triggers, and functions to support enterprise-grade applications and analytics.

• Design and maintain robust, scalable ETL pipelines using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) that ensure accuracy, performance, and maintainability.

• Continuously tune and optimize SQL Server performance using indexing strategies, execution plan analysis, and monitoring tools.

• Implement strong logging and instrumentation practices to enhance troubleshooting and observability of data operations.

• Deliver high-quality, well-documented, and testable code within tight project timelines.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including developers, analysts, and business stakeholders—to translate requirements into effective data solutions.

• Estimate tasks accurately, maintain clear documentation, and communicate status effectively.

• Conduct unit testing and contribute to long-term maintainability through clear documentation and knowledge sharing.

• Provide ongoing support for delivered solutions, including production troubleshooting and on-call availability when needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Expert-level Transact-SQL (T-SQL) development skills, with the ability to create and optimize complex procedures, triggers, and queries from scratch.

• 5+ years of experience developing and managing SSIS packages, with an emphasis on performance, error handling, and reusability.

• Strong background in SQL Server performance tuning, including use of SQL Profiler, Performance Monitor, Query Store, and other diagnostic tools.

• Demonstrated ability to build highly reliable and performant ETL solutions.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented, results-driven approach.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across disciplines.

• Willingness to contribute to a broad range of tasks, including after-hours and on-call support as needed.

• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to knowledge sharing and mentoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Visual Studio and Git or similar source control tools.

• Familiarity with database performance monitoring platforms like SolarWinds DPA or equivalent tools.

• Passion for automation and continuous improvement of data processes.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

• 10+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2016 or newer preferred).

• 5+ years of experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) development and support.

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