WaferWire Cloud Technologies ยท 14 hours ago
Lead Data Engineer (SQL Server & Azure)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $125K/yr
6+ years expWaferWire Cloud Technologies is a global talent solutions partner dedicated to providing high-impact technology and engineering talent. They are seeking a Database Engineer with expertise in SQL Server and Microsoft Azure to design, implement, and optimize databases, lead Azure migration initiatives, and collaborate with application engineers to ensure seamless data integration.
ConsultingInformation TechnologySoftware
Hiring Manager
Khetmal Sankhalecha
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and optimize SQL Server databases with a focus on high availability, scalability, and performance
Lead and support Azure migration initiatives for legacy databases and data services
Develop and maintain cloud-native data solutions using:
Azure SQL (including Hyperscale)
Azure Data Factory
Azure Cosmos DB
Other relevant Azure data services
Operate within an AI-driven SDLC, including:
Partnering with AI copilots to translate business requirements into data models and technical specifications
Leveraging generative AI tools to iterate on database architecture and performance strategies
Pair-programming with AI assistants (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to write, refactor, and validate SQL in real time
Implementing automation for validation, performance monitoring, bug prediction, and self-healing data pipelines
Collaborate closely with application engineers to ensure seamless integration between data systems and product features
Monitor, troubleshoot, and remediate database performance, security, and compliance issues
Qualification
Required
6+ years of database engineering experience with a strong focus on SQL Server
Deep expertise in: Database design and normalization (3rd Normal Form)
Indexing strategies
Query optimization
Stored procedure development and tuning
Strong experience with database modeling and data architecture
3 to 5 years of NoSQL experience, including Azure Cosmos DB
Solid understanding of SQL Server internals, including Azure SQL Database Hyperscale
Proven experience reviewing execution plans and optimizing high-volume queries and stored procedures
Hands-on experience monitoring database performance from both system and database perspectives
Experience using SQL Server Trace and performance diagnostics tools
Demonstrated experience with: Azure SQL
Azure Data Factory
Cloud-native and distributed data architectures
Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar
Preferred
Experience with distributed databases, ELT pipelines, and data streaming technologies is a strong plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Holidays
401(k) benefits and ancillaries may be available for eligible WCT employees and may vary depending on the nature of your employment.
Company
WaferWire Cloud Technologies
WaferWire Cloud Technologies is a Bellevue based technology consulting, IT staffing and outsourcing company.
201-500 employees
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