{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e81dbfb2d462e3d370a19c2f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e81dbfb2d462e3d370a19c2f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e81dbfb2d462e3d370a19c2f","title":"Sr Database Engineer","description":"Join to apply for the Sr Database Engineer role at BECU .\r\nIs it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our \"people helping people\" philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we're proud of our history, we're even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there's never been a better time to be part of BECU.\r\nPAY RANGE\r\nThe Target Pay Range for this position is $138,300.00-$169,000.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $107,400.00 - $199,900.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.\r\nBENEFITS – Because People Helping People Starts With Supporting You\r\n401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)\r\n4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU\r\nMedical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)\r\nPTO Program + Exchange Program\r\nTuition Reimbursement Program\r\nBECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match\r\nImpact You'll Make\r\nThe Senior Database Engineer ensures application uptime by implementing and testing HA/DR solutions across on-prem and Azure environments. This role drives performance optimization through proactive monitoring and tuning, leverages automation and Infrastructure-as-Code for efficiency, and resolves complex issues. Acting as a trusted advisor, the Senior DBE partners with delivery teams to recommend solutions and mentors to elevate technical standards.\r\nWhat You'll Do\r\nDesign and Secure Infrastructure: Build and maintain robust, secure, and highly available database environments across Azure and On-prem platforms that power BECU's mission.\r\nAutomate for Efficiency: Develop and manage automated processes using SQL, PowerShell, and IaC to streamline operations across the ecosystem.\r\nCreate Impactful Solutions: Use tools like SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, and Azure Data Factory to deliver solutions that solve real business challenges.\r\nAdvance CI/CD Practices: Build and enhance pipelines for database artifacts, ensuring smooth deployments and continuous improvement.\r\nMonitor and Optimize: Utilize SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and Query Store to proactively monitor and tune performance.\r\nBe the Go-To Expert: Provide escalated support and resolve complex issues to keep systems running seamlessly.\r\nMentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers and delivery teams through coaching, code reviews, and sharing best practices.\r\nShape the Future: Collaborate with architects and product owners to define technology roadmaps and drive innovation.\r\nChampion Quality: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes that elevate system performance and reliability.\r\nShare Knowledge: Present technical topics to the broader engineering community, fostering collaboration and learning.\r\nStay Ready: Be available for on-call support to address critical issues and maintain application availability.\r\nWhat You'll Gain\r\nA Platform for Innovation: Freedom to design and implement solutions that make a real impact.\r\nContinuous Growth: Opportunities to learn, mentor, and advance your technical expertise.\r\nCollaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate professionals who value your ideas and contributions.\r\nCutting-Edge Tools: Hands-on experience with modern technologies like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and Snowflake.\r\nPurpose-Driven Work: Your efforts directly support BECU's mission to serve members and communities.\r\nCareer Elevation: A role that positions you as a leader and influencer in the database engineering space.\r\nQualifications\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in a related technical or business discipline, or equivalent work experience.\r\nMinimum 5 years of related functional experience as a database engineer with at least 2 years of experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery patterns, including Infrastructure-as-Code, and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps Services, GitHub Actions, etc.).\r\nFamiliarity with advanced SQL language concepts. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2019 and newer), including installation, configuration, performance tuning, high availability (Always On, clustering), and disaster recovery strategies.\r\nDemonstrated experience with Microsoft Azure Data offerings including SQL Database, SQL MI, Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Data Fabric, as well as overall Azure and cloud proficiency.\r\nStrong proficiency in T-SQL development, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, triggers, and optimizing query performance.\r\nDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues and tune queries and systems in multiple of the above tools and RDBMSs.\r\nDesired Qualifications\r\nProven experience with automation and scripting using PowerShell or other tools to streamline database maintenance, deployments, and monitor tasks, and manage Infrastructure as Code.\r\nDemonstrated ability to write, review and debug complex SQL DML and DDL and knowledge of using SQL for administrative tasks.\r\nExperience with Oracle Databases is preferred.\r\nExperience performing code reviews, pull requests, and following source control standards such as Git Flow or Trunk-Based Development.\r\nExperience working with large datasets, data warehousing and sophisticated ETL processes, analytics engines required. Experience with Snowflake or other data warehouse solutions.\r\nFamiliarity with networking (OSI layers, HTTP, DNS, TCP/IP, DHCP, Routers, Gateways, Subnets, etc.).\r\nExperience using RDBMS constructs and OS authentication to provision access to enforce least privileged principle required. Experience with data protection tools such as encryption and obfuscation.\r\nHands-on experience with database monitoring and performance tools such as SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and Query Store.\r\nMicrosoft Certified Azure Database Administrator Associate or other relevant industry-recognized certifications that demonstrate expertise in SQL Server database administration and related technologies.\r\nJoin The Journey\r\nReady to make an indelible impact? Eager to be a part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don't just fill a role, but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job – it's a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust technological landscape of BECU. Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let's achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now.\r\nBECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney\r\nEEO Statement\r\nBECU is an equal opportunity employer. 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Our \"people helping people\" philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we're proud of our history, we're even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there's never been a better time to be part of BECU.\r\nPAY RANGE\r\nThe Target Pay Range for this position is $138,300.00-$169,000.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $107,400.00 - $199,900.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. 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Acting as a trusted advisor, the Senior DBE partners with delivery teams to recommend solutions and mentors to elevate technical standards.\r\nWhat You'll Do\r\nDesign and Secure Infrastructure: Build and maintain robust, secure, and highly available database environments across Azure and On-prem platforms that power BECU's mission.\r\nAutomate for Efficiency: Develop and manage automated processes using SQL, PowerShell, and IaC to streamline operations across the ecosystem.\r\nCreate Impactful Solutions: Use tools like SQL, PL/SQL, T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, and Azure Data Factory to deliver solutions that solve real business challenges.\r\nAdvance CI/CD Practices: Build and enhance pipelines for database artifacts, ensuring smooth deployments and continuous improvement.\r\nMonitor and Optimize: Utilize SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and Query Store to proactively monitor and tune performance.\r\nBe the Go-To Expert: Provide escalated support and resolve complex issues to keep systems running seamlessly.\r\nMentor and Inspire: Guide junior engineers and delivery teams through coaching, code reviews, and sharing best practices.\r\nShape the Future: Collaborate with architects and product owners to define technology roadmaps and drive innovation.\r\nChampion Quality: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes that elevate system performance and reliability.\r\nShare Knowledge: Present technical topics to the broader engineering community, fostering collaboration and learning.\r\nStay Ready: Be available for on-call support to address critical issues and maintain application availability.\r\nWhat You'll Gain\r\nA Platform for Innovation: Freedom to design and implement solutions that make a real impact.\r\nContinuous Growth: Opportunities to learn, mentor, and advance your technical expertise.\r\nCollaborative Culture: Work alongside passionate professionals who value your ideas and contributions.\r\nCutting-Edge Tools: Hands-on experience with modern technologies like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, and Snowflake.\r\nPurpose-Driven Work: Your efforts directly support BECU's mission to serve members and communities.\r\nCareer Elevation: A role that positions you as a leader and influencer in the database engineering space.\r\nQualifications\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nBachelor's degree in a related technical or business discipline, or equivalent work experience.\r\nMinimum 5 years of related functional experience as a database engineer with at least 2 years of experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery patterns, including Infrastructure-as-Code, and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps Services, GitHub Actions, etc.).\r\nFamiliarity with advanced SQL language concepts. Demonstrated experience with Microsoft SQL Server (2019 and newer), including installation, configuration, performance tuning, high availability (Always On, clustering), and disaster recovery strategies.\r\nDemonstrated experience with Microsoft Azure Data offerings including SQL Database, SQL MI, Cosmos DB, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Data Fabric, as well as overall Azure and cloud proficiency.\r\nStrong proficiency in T-SQL development, including writing complex queries, stored procedures, triggers, and optimizing query performance.\r\nDemonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues and tune queries and systems in multiple of the above tools and RDBMSs.\r\nDesired Qualifications\r\nProven experience with automation and scripting using PowerShell or other tools to streamline database maintenance, deployments, and monitor tasks, and manage Infrastructure as Code.\r\nDemonstrated ability to write, review and debug complex SQL DML and DDL and knowledge of using SQL for administrative tasks.\r\nExperience with Oracle Databases is preferred.\r\nExperience performing code reviews, pull requests, and following source control standards such as Git Flow or Trunk-Based Development.\r\nExperience working with large datasets, data warehousing and sophisticated ETL processes, analytics engines required. 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