Manage and optimize databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle) for performance, security, and availability.
Design and maintain database schemas, indexes, and partitions to support scalability and efficiency.
Perform database monitoring, backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning.
Implement security best practices, including access control, encryption, and auditing.
Troubleshoot database performance issues and optimize query performance.
Ensure compliance with data governance, security policies, and industry standards.
Participate daily standups, prioritize tasks, and ensure you are aligned with business needs.
Mentor team members and drive best practices in data management and reporting.

Strong SQL database administration expertise (performance tuning, security, backup/recovery)
Excellent communication and leadership skills to work with both technical and non-technical teams
Ability to prioritize and manage a team’s workload while driving business objectives
Problem-solving mindset with a strong attention to detail.
Strong hands-on experience with modern AI models and developer tooling to improve software delivery speed and quality
Comfortable evaluating AI output quality, selecting the right model/tool for the task, and using secure patterns for sensitive data.
Proven ability to create practical automation that reduces manual effort while maintaining quality, security, and auditability

Senior Data Engineer, SQL DBA

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