Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Sr Database Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining high-performance, scalability, and secure data infrastructure using Microsoft Fabric and SQL Server. This role requires deep technical expertise in database administration, data engineering, and performance optimization across Microsoft’s cloud ecosystem. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on engineer with extensive experience in SQL, Python, and KQL, as well as a passion for automation and data-driven development.

Responsibilities include managing and optimizing enterprise data pipelines, implementing high availability and disaster recovery solutions, and supporting real-time data streaming using Azure Event Hub, Fabric Event Streams, or Spark Structured Streaming. The engineer will collaborate closely with data architects, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure efficient and reliable data delivery across environments. This is a remote position; however, candidates must be based in Houston, Texas in order to be considered.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience as a SQL Server DBA, including setup, performance tuning, and high availability
• Hands-on coding experience in SQL, Python, and KQL for data engineering and analytics
• Experience designing, developing, and optimizing enterprise data pipelines and ETL workflows in Microsoft Fabric
• Strong skills in SQL and KQL performance optimization and query tuning
• Proficiency in managing Microsoft Fabric Lakehouse and Eventhouse environments
• Proficiency in Spark SQL, PySpark, and Fabric OneLake architecture
• Experience building real-time data streaming pipelines using Azure Event Hub, Fabric Event Streams, or Spark Structured Streaming
• Experience automating database maintenance and deployments using PowerShell or Azure DevOps
• Strong familiarity with Azure managed services and CI/CD best practices
• Proficiency with Git, GitHub, and GitHub Actions (branching, PRs, automation)
• Experience using JIRA and working in agile delivery pipelines
• Focus on automation, testing, and monitoring within Azure environments
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Math preferred

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leveraging Fabric Lakehouse for analytics and Eventhouse for operational insights
• Knowledge of scalable data architecture and modeling best practices
• Ability to lead and mentor database and data engineering teams
• Experience with automation and observability tools such as App Insights and Log Analytics
• The position requires up to 10% travel

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Mobility Standing 20% of time Sitting 70% of time Walking 10% of time Strength Pulling up to 10 Pounds Pushing up to 10 Pounds Carrying up to 10 Pounds Lifting up to 10 Pounds Dexterity (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never) Typing F Handling F Reaching F	Agility (F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never) Turning F Twisting F Bending O Crouching O Balancing N Climbing N Crawling N Kneeling N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.

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