Remote Database Engineer

Description:

• Elite Technology is a leading, independent technology company that helps law firms drive profitability through improved operational effectiveness, increased efficiency, and greater visibility across their business.
• The company offers cutting-edge digital financial management and business operations solutions that enhance finance and accounting operations, including billing, invoicing, payments, and financial reporting.
• The Database Engineer will join the Cloud Operations team and will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing the database infrastructure that supports mission-critical applications.
• The role involves collaborating closely with senior engineers, DevOps, and application developers to ensure the performance, availability, and scalability of database systems across the organization.
• Key responsibilities include maintaining, monitoring, and optimizing Azure SQL Databases, designing indexing strategies, supporting high availability configurations, creating PowerShell scripts, analyzing execution plans, managing access control, and participating in incident response processes.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required.
• Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience with SQL Server, including strong T-SQL, performance tuning, and index optimization skills.
• Hands-on experience managing Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instances, and SQL Server on Azure VMs is necessary.
• A solid understanding of Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Azure CLI, and Terraform for managing database resources is required.
• Experience with Dynamic Management Views (DMVs), Query Store, and Execution Plans is essential.
• Familiarity with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and third-party database monitoring tools like SolarWinds DPA or Redgate is preferred.
• Candidates should have experience implementing and maintaining automated backup, maintenance, and monitoring processes in Azure.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail are necessary.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are required, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• The ability to thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities is essential.

Benefits:

• The position offers a competitive compensation package with a base salary ranging from $124,000 to $146,000, plus a variable component.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including health, dental, and vision, is provided.
• A retirement savings plan with an employer contribution is included.
• Professional development opportunities are available to employees.
• Time off and wellness initiatives are part of the benefits package.
• An employee assistance program is offered to support staff.
• Generous global parental leave is provided.
• Employees receive a free premium subscription to Calm.
• An employee discount program is available for various services and products.