Database engineer

CrossTech is seeking a Database Engineer on an ongoing basis to support enterprise database environments, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and reliability across multiple platforms. This role focuses on maintaining and improving SQL Server systems while contributing to modernization efforts that include emerging database technologies. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with database administration, performance tuning, and automation, along with a collaborative approach to supporting development and infrastructure teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server databases, including upgrades, backup and recovery, and failover clustering
• Monitor and optimize database performance, identifying opportunities for query redesign, indexing, and configuration improvements
• Perform capacity planning and implement performance monitoring across production and development environments
• Troubleshoot database issues, ensuring high availability, data integrity, and reliability
• Collaborate with application developers, server administrators, and other IT teams to ensure seamless database integration and performance optimization
• Maintain detailed documentation for database processes, configurations, and standard operating procedures
• Implement database security, compliance, and best practices in daily operations
• Participate in a 24/7 production support rotation as part of the database team
• Support additional database management systems such as Google BigQuery, MySQL, or PostgreSQL as needed
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying automation opportunities and new database technologies to enhance system efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field — or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a SQL Server Database Administrator or Database Engineer
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server (installation, configuration, backup/recovery, clustering, performance tuning, and troubleshooting)
• Experience with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SSIS, SSRS, and high availability solutions (Always On)
• Proficiency in query performance optimization and database health monitoring tools
• Strong understanding of database file structures, indexing strategies, and access methods
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Google BigQuery, MySQL, PostgreSQL, or DB2 UDB (Unix)
• Familiarity with cloud database environments and data modernization initiatives
• Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Microsoft SQL, MCDBA)
• Experience with automation scripting and DevOps-oriented database practices

Compensation

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Location

Philadelphia, PA