Client Engagement Specialist - SQL Developer

Ministry Brands is looking for a Client Engagement Specialist - SQL Developer to join our growing team!, As a Client Engagement Specialist / SQL Developer, you will serve as a critical bridge between DonorDirect's clients and our technical platforms. This role blends deep SQL Server and data expertise with client-facing consultation, enabling you to translate ministry needs into well-designed, performant database and CRM solutions. You will work hands-on with data, reporting, and configuration while partnering closely with ministries to ensure solutions are accurate, scalable, and aligned with real-world operational needs., Client Engagement & Solutions Delivery

• Meet directly with clients to gather requirements, understand ministry workflows, and document business needs.
• Translate client requirements into practical, technically sound solutions within DonorDirect's in-house software and CRM platforms.
• Provide clear solutions, overviews, guidance, and recommendations aligned with ministry goals.
• Deliver complete, documented solutions and communicate progress effectively with client stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with ministries, balancing advocacy with system stability.

Collaboration & Contribution

• Collaborate with product, engineering, and support teams to align solutions with platform standards.
• Assist in validating and prioritizing requirements for projects and client requests.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of tools, processes, and best practices.

Database Development & SQL Engineering

• Write, troubleshoot, and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and scripts.
• Support reporting, data analysis, and CRM configuration through efficient SQL design.
• Improve and refactor existing SQL code and database objects to enhance maintainability and performance.

Performance, Quality & Reliability

• Analyze query execution plans and apply indexing and optimization strategies.
• Test and debug your own work to ensure accuracy, performance, and reliability.
• Ensure data integrity, consistency, and correctness across client solutions., * Clients receive solutions that are accurate, reliable, and aligned with their ministry needs.
• SQL queries and reports are performant, maintainable, and trusted.
• Requirements are clearly documented and translated into effective technical implementations.
• You are viewed as a trusted advisor by both clients and internal teams.
• Solutions balance flexibility with long-term platform stability.

• Passionate about using technology to serve ministries and faith-based organizations.
• Strong communicator who can engage confidently with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Comfortable balancing client needs with system integrity and long-term sustainability.
• Analytical thinker who can simplify complex requirements into effective solutions.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, client-facing environment., * 5+ years of professional experience working with SQL Server in a production environment.
• 2+ years of professional experience in technical consulting and solution delivery.
• Strong proficiency in T-SQL and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience leveraging AIassisted development tools (e.g., code generation, query optimization, analysis) to improve productivity, quality, and speed of delivery.
• Experience with report building, data analysis, and solution development.
• Familiarity with software quality assurance best practices
• Hands-on experience using:
• Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio
• Microsoft Visual Studio, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with:
• HTML / CSS
• CRM systems
• Software versioning systems like GitHub, DevOps, etc.
• GitHub Copilot or similar AI-assisted development tools., * Ability to work efficiently and be productive in a remote work environment.
• Ability to handle extended periods of computer-based work and collaborate via Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and other meeting technologies.

At Ministry Brands, we recognize that your career is just one important piece of your dynamic life. We offer a robust range of benefit offerings designed to cultivate a lifestyle of balance and personal success. Robust healthcare options - Employees have several healthcare options to choose from in order to find what works best for them.

Flexible paid time off - There is no perfect, one size fits all balance between work and home. We provide flexible work schedules, PTO for vacation, and up to 80 hours of paid sick/safe leave. We also feature 11.5 days of fully paid holidays!

Paid parental leave - Adding a new child to the family is a big adjustment! We provide the time and income to allow parents to adjust to their new normal in the healthiest way possible.

Mental health support - Ministry Brands is a stigma free company with the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Associates are supported through an Employee Assistance Program which provides access to in-person or virtual counseling at no cost.

Professional development reimbursement - Ministry Brands aims to support your professional development and empower you to drive your career by providing financial assistance to our associates seeking to further their education and career.

Ministry Brands is a leading provider of SaaS operational management systems, payments platforms, digital engagement tools and background screening solutions for faith-based, non-profit and for-profit organizations. We serve more than 95,000 customers as a trusted partner in digital transformation and enablement - advancing missions, driving efficiencies, and building engaged communities for more than four decades. The diverse and real-world experiences of our team members serving their communities makes us stronger together and enhances our ability to advance digital transformation for the greater good. Ministry Brands is committed to acknowledging and valuing our employee differences and to creating an environment in which every individual's unique strengths and abilities are developed and valued. Our employees share in the responsibility for creating this environment and demonstrate mutual respect and acceptance in the workplace. We welcome everyone and are dedicated to creating a culture where all our employees have equal opportunity to be heard and reach their full potential.