Senior SQL Server DBA / Data Platform Engineer

Job DescriptionInsight Global is seeking a Senior DBA / Data Platform Engineer for a top global technology and distribution client. This role sits at the core of the organization's data ecosystem, responsible for designing, scaling, and optimizing database and data platform infrastructure. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring data is reliable, performant, and accessible across systems while partnering closely with engineering and infrastructure teams. This is a high-impact opportunity to help build out a modern data platform within a fast-paced, global environment.Day-to-Day:Design, implement, maintain, and optimize database environmentsMonitor and improve database performance across environmentsBuild and maintain data pipelines for reliable data movementEstablish database standards (naming, indexing, backup/recovery)Collaborate with engineers on data models and schema designSupport development of modern data platforms (warehousing, ETL/ELT)Ensure database security and compliance across regionsPartner with infrastructure teams on cloud and hybrid environmentsWe are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.Skills and Requirements5+ years of experience as a DBA or Data Platform Engineer in production environmentsDeep expertise in at least one RDBMS: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQLStrong performance tuning and query optimization experienceSolid database design knowledge: normalization, indexing, partitioning, replicationExperience with backup, recovery, and high availability configurationsHands-on experience with ETL/ELT and data pipeline tools (dbt, Airflow, SSIS, etc.)Ability to collaborate with engineering teams on schemas and query designStrong analytical/problem-solving skills for complex data issuesExperience working in distributed, multi-timezone environmentsCloud database experience (AWS RDS, Aurora, Azure SQL, Google Cloud SQL)Knowledge of NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch)Exposure to modern data stack tools (Snowflake, dbt, Airflow)Experience with data governance, data quality, metadata managementFamiliarity with real-time streaming tools (Kafka, AWS Kinesis)Industry background in electronic components, B2B tech, or distribution