SQL Engineer

The Timberline Group•Saint Louis, MO

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled SQL Engineer to manage and maintain SQL Server instances across various environments, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. This role involves implementing and supporting geoclustering solutions for disaster recovery and business continuity, monitoring database performance, and optimizing configurations. The engineer will develop and implement automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools, handle table locks and concurrency issues, and plan/execute database migrations and upgrades, including cloud transitions to Azure. Responsibilities also include implementing and managing SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Groups, utilizing performance monitoring tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams, documenting database configurations and processes, enforcing security best practices, and participating in on-call rotations.

Requirements

Database Schemas Understanding
SQL Agent Jobs Understanding
Data Migration experience
PowerShell and/or T-SQL Scripting knowledge
Data Conversion experience
SQL and Stored Procedure tuning experience
TSQL
SQL scripting
Data migration
Proven experience as a SQL Server DBA in a large-scale production environment, with a strong emphasis on operational tasks.
In-depth knowledge of SQL Server internals, including geoclustering, table locks, and concurrency management.
Experience in designing and implementing database backup and recovery strategies.
Proficiency in performance tuning, query optimization, and index management.
Hands-on experience with database migration tools and methodologies, particularly to Azure SQL Database or Azure SQL Managed Instance.
Strong scripting skills with PowerShell, Python, or similar languages for automation of DBA tasks and deployments.
Experience with performance monitoring tools and techniques to identify and resolve database performance issues.
Strong understanding of database security principles and best practices.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve database issues under pressure.
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate)

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain SQL Server instances across various environments, ensuring high availability, security, and performance.
Implement and support geoclustering solutions to achieve disaster recovery and business continuity objectives.
Monitor database performance, tuning SQL queries, and optimizing database configurations for improved efficiency.
Develop and implement automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools to automate routine DBA tasks, deployment processes, and monitoring.
Handle table locks and concurrency issues effectively, ensuring minimal impact on production environments.
Plan and execute database migrations and upgrades, including transitioning on-premises databases to Azure cloud services.
Implement and manage SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Groups for high availability and disaster recovery.
Utilize performance monitoring tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), Azure Monitor, or third-party tools to proactively monitor and analyze database performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot database-related issues and implement solutions promptly.
Develop and maintain documentation related to database configurations, processes, automation scripts, and procedures.
Implement and enforce database security best practices, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and regulations.
Participate in on-call rotations and respond to database incidents in a timely manner.