Senior Database Engineer (SQL Server)

TL;DR

Senior Database Engineer (SQL Server/Databricks): Designing and optimizing the data layer for a clinical data cloud platform with an accent on performance, scalability, and security in highly regulated environments. Focus on tuning complex T-SQL queries, managing distributed database architectures, and ensuring data integrity for life sciences applications.

Location: Remote (USA)

Salary: $132,000 - $165,000 USD

Company

hirify.global is a clinical data cloud provider helping life sciences organizations unify and analyze clinical trial data through their elluminate platform.

What you will do

• Manage, maintain, and optimize SQL Server, Databricks, and document databases to ensure availability and security.
• Collaborate with software engineers to design and implement robust database structures and efficient queries.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks by reviewing query code and tuning database systems.
• Conduct database migrations, upgrades, backups, and recovery processes to ensure business continuity.
• Ensure database systems comply with strict security standards for sensitive data in clinical trials.
• Develop and document database management best practices and technical architecture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in SQL Server database administration, including performance tuning, backups, and replication.
• Strong knowledge of relational data models and T-SQL for creating complex queries and stored procedures.
• Must be based in the USA.
• Excellent English proficiency.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of C# and Entity Framework.
• Experience with cloud databases and data architecture in distributed or high-availability (HA) environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Winner of the 2025 Top Workplaces USA Award for Remote Work.
• Recipient of Culture Excellence Awards for vision, values, and work-life balance.
• Inclusive, people-first organization that values diversity and individual experiences.
• Environment focused on continuous learning, growth, and professional improvement.