Remote Senior SQL Engineer
Description
Remote Senior SQL Engineer
Make a Meaningful Impact—Lead Data Innovation Remotely
Are you looking for an opportunity where your expertise with databases truly shapes the future? Join us as a Remote Senior SQL Engineer and become a core part of an agile team, all from wherever you’re most productive. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to build more intelligent systems, influence real outcomes, and help businesses thrive in a data-driven world. If you’re ready to energize your career, this is your next step.
Our Story and the Role You’ll Play
We’re growing rapidly and achieving significant milestones, thanks to creative minds and a relentless commitment to excellence. Now, we’re bringing in a Senior SQL Engineer who can take our infrastructure to the next level—optimizing essential databases, handling challenging migrations, and providing insight that turns information into progress. Your skill will fuel product launches, accelerate analytics, and inspire others on the team to excel.
What You’ll Do
Create, Optimize, and Support
- Design reliable, high-performance SQL solutions built for speed and security.
- Tweak procedures, triggers, and indexes to keep queries lightning fast.
- Oversee modeling and data movement with efficient ETL and strong availability.
- Identify bottlenecks and fine-tune systems to ensure business data flows smoothly without friction.
Collaborate, Coach, and Grow
- Collaborate closely with app developers and analysts to translate business needs into concise and practical SQL solutions.
- Mentor teammates, passing on what you know about performance, clean code, and creative problem-solving.
- Lead code review sessions and hands-on workshops, making learning part of every project.
Safeguard Data and Drive Change
- Set high standards for security, compliance, and data integrity.
- Solve complex database issues quickly, minimizing disruptions to critical operations.
- Guide smooth migrations, whether moving to the cloud or integrating new platforms.
A Flexible Remote Culture
We believe in a working environment characterized by genuine trust and mutual respect, where open communication is an integral part of daily life. No matter where you work from, your ideas are heard and your contributions matter. Daily check-ins keep us connected, and every voice contributes to our progress. We celebrate results, not rigid routines.
Tech Stack and Tools
- Deep experience with SQL Server, plus comfort with Azure SQL or AWS RDS
- Firm grasp of database monitoring, automation, and troubleshooting
- Scripting abilities in Python, PowerShell, or similar for automating repetitive work
- Familiarity with warehousing, backup, disaster recovery, and modern reporting tools
What Makes This Role Special
Autonomy and Influence
Set your own pace as you tackle big projects and shape the technical direction of your work. If you love solving real problems and want to see your job make a difference, you’ll fit right in. You’ll have access to ongoing learning—certifications, conferences, and all the resources you need to stay at the forefront of your craft.
Your Impact Matters
Your ideas and initiative will power cloud data transformations, business intelligence projects, and integration efforts across departments. You’ll take the lead on high-value projects and help others bring their best ideas to life.
What We’re Looking For
- Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or similar
- At least 5 years in roles focused on SQL engineering, database architecture, or related fields
- Expert in optimizing queries, building strong data models, and analyzing database performance
- Experience with SQL Server is essential; bonus points for NoSQL or hybrid database knowledge
- Confident communicator—able to break down complex ideas for teammates with any background
- History of handling major migrations and working in always-on environments
- Comfortable working independently in a remote-first team
The Perks—Designed for You
- $131,000 annual salary, no office required
- Flexible scheduling—work when you’re at your best
- Plenty of paid leave and wellness days
- Budget for learning, upskilling, and industry events
- All the tech you need to do your best work, delivered to your door
- Lead, mentor, and leave your mark on a talented, ambitious team
Take Your Next Leap
Ready to step up and shape the future of data? This is your moment. Bring your knowledge, drive, and vision, and let’s achieve more together. Apply now—your next big adventure starts here.