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The SQL Engineer III is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing complex SQL-based data solutions and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server instances. The role involves leading data modeling efforts and establishing SQL development standards to ensure data accuracy and scalability.
Job DetailsJob Location: Remote- US - Little Rock, AR 722017220Position Type: Full TimeThe SQL Engineer – Level 3 is a senior individual contributor responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and maintaining complex SQL-based data solutions. This role operates with a high degree of autonomy, serves as a subject matter expert in database and query performance, and influences data standards, architecture decisions, and best practices across teams.
Essential Functions
· Design, develop, and maintain advanced SQL queries, views, functions, and stored procedures supporting mission-critical systems
· Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft SQL Server instances
· Optimize database and query performance through indexing, execution plan analysis, and schema improvements
· Lead complex data modeling and transformation efforts for transactional and analytical use cases
· Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across databases and data pipelines
· Partner with engineering, ETL, BI, and product teams to define scalable data solutions
· Troubleshoot and resolve complex data quality, performance, and reliability issues
· Establish and promote SQL development standards, best practices, and documentation
· Contribute to architecture reviews and long-term data platform strategy
· Support data governance, security, and compliance requirements, including those applicable to regulated environmentsQualificationsKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities
· Expert-level proficiency in SQL, including complex joins, CTEs, window functions, and performance tuning
· Deep understanding of relational database design, normalization, indexing, and query optimization
· Experience with Microsoft Azure
· Strong experience working with large datasets and complex schemas
· Ability to design scalable, high-performance data solutions
· Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
· Ability to influence technical standards and mentor peers
· Effective communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders
Education and Experience
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
· Significant experience in SQL engineering, data engineering, or database development
· Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex technical work
Conditions & Scope
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Primarily a sedentary, computer-based role
· Regular access to sensitive and confidential data
· May support systems requiring availability during critical business operations
Measures of Success
· Performance, reliability, and scalability of SQL-based solutions
· Accuracy and consistency of enterprise data
· Reduction in data incidents and performance bottlenecks
· Positive technical influence and mentorship impact
· Adoption of standards and best practices across teams
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