Senior Data Engineer (SQL DBA)
Core
Senior Data Engineer focusing on database administration, optimization, security, and automation for SQL databases.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC Data Engineer (SQL DBA)
Builds
Production SQL databases, automated operational runbooks, and data solutions supporting business intelligence.
Domain
Healthcare market research and digital platforms
Deliverable
production ML models | infrastructure
Required skills
SQL database administration, performance tuning, security implementation, backup and recovery planning, schema design, query optimization, disaster recovery planning, AI model integration for operations, automation development, test scenario generation, edge-case identification
Preferred skills
Leadership and mentorship, stakeholder communication, business requirement translation, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Power BI, AI developer tooling
Responsibilities
Manage and optimize databases for performance, security, and availability; Design and maintain database schemas, indexes, and partitions; Perform database monitoring, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning; Implement security best practices including access control and encryption; Troubleshoot database performance issues and optimize query performance; Ensure compliance with data governance and security policies; Use AI for SQL performance tuning, reliability validation, and operational automation; Mentor team members and drive best practices in data management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership potential