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Principal Database Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Fri, Sep 04, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days

Job Summary

Seeking a highly experienced Principal Database Engineer, this full-time remote position will design, develop, and optimize large-scale SQL Server databases while modernizing critical data platforms and integrating AI capabilities into database engineering.

Key responsibilities
  • Design and modernize SQL Server databases, optimizing performance and scalability
  • Engineer solutions for high-volume databases and develop data pipelines across various platforms
  • Lead complex database initiatives and mentor engineering teams on best practices
Required qualifications
  • 15+ years of experience in database engineering or related technical disciplines
  • Deep expertise in Microsoft SQL Server and T-SQL, including performance tuning and query optimization
  • Experience modernizing legacy database systems and working with large-scale data environments
  • Strong programming skills in Python, C#, or similar languages
  • Familiarity with AI coding assistants and modern data technologies like PostgreSQL and Snowflake

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