Database Engineer
SUSHANT KUMARUnited StatesSENIORPosted 6d ago
SQL Server administrationproduction supporttroubleshootingSQL performance tuningquery optimizationindexingblockingdeadlocksDatabase architectureHA/DRupgradespatchingmonitoringPythonPowerShellBash automationETL/ELT pipelinesautomated deploymentsAWSCI/CDGitTerraform
About the Role
We are looking for a strong Database Engineer for a 6–12+ month contract with a leading investment management client.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide SQL Server administration, production support, and troubleshooting
• Perform SQL performance tuning, query optimization, indexing, blocking, and deadlocks
• Design database architecture, HA/DR, upgrades, patching, and monitoring
• Develop Python, PowerShell, or Bash automation scripts
• Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and automated deployments
• Utilize AWS, CI/CD, Git, and Terraform for cloud infrastructure
Requirements
• Strong SQL Server expertise
• Experience with database administration and performance tuning
• Knowledge of database architecture and high availability/disaster recovery
• Proficiency in automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash
• Familiarity with ETL/ELT processes and deployment automation
• Understanding of cloud platforms like AWS
• Experience with CI/CD, Git, and Terraform
Benefits
• Competitive hourly rate
• Contract-to-hire opportunity