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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Lead Database Engineer New - **Company:** Rockstar Games - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $133,900.0 - $187,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C Sharp (Programming Language), Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Database Development, Monitoring of Systems, Load Testing, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, Redis, Power BI, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services, Transact-SQL, Datadog, Delivery Pipeline, Concurrency, Database Optimization, SolarWinds (Software), Sentry, Data Analytics, Splunk, Software Version Control - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.gamesjobsdirect.com/job/rockstar-games-new-york-new-england/associate-lead-database-engineer/353314 ## About the Role * 10+ years of experience with Microsoft SQL Server administration and development. * Proven experience leading or mentoring Database Engineer in enterprise environments. * Expert understanding of SQL Server internals, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. * Experience with HA/DR design and multi-data center solutions. * Experience supporting large-scale, high-concurrency, mission-critical systems. * Proficiency with database deployment automation and source control integration. * Advanced T-SQL and query optimization expertise. * Strong knowledge of indexing strategies, locking, blocking, and concurrency management. * Hands-on experience with storage, server, and OS-level performance tuning. * Ability to analyze complex performance issues and drive root cause resolution. * Skilled at building automation scripts and tools. * Familiarity with other database technologies (MySQL, MongoDB, Redis). * Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-team collaboration skills. * Strategic thinker with a focus on scalability, reliability, and continuous improvement. * Highly motivated, self-directed, and capable of making data-driven decisions. * Experience with PowerBI, SSRS, SSIS, or ETL workflows., * Passion for Rockstar Games. * Familiarity with .NET/C# or application development. * Experience with SQL Sentry, SolarWinds DPA, or other monitoring tools. * Experience leading database load testing initiatives. * Knowledge of Splunk, Datadog, or similar observability platforms. * Experience in CI/CD environments and database-as-code practices. ## Description * Lead and mentor a team of SQL Server Database Engineers, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing. * Oversee the health, performance, and availability of enterprise-scale SQL Server environments. * Architect, implement, and maintain HA/DR solutions using Always On, clustering, and multi-data center best practices. * Drive automation of routine operational tasks to improve team efficiency and reduce manual intervention. * Review and tune queries, indexes, and server configurations to maximize throughput and minimize latency. * Collaborate with developers to review database code, schema designs, and deployment pipelines. * Audit server health, error logs, and system performance to proactively address potential issues. * Own and maintain detailed documentation for standards, processes, and runbooks. * Partner with leadership to plan roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and align database operations with business needs. * Participate in the 24/7 on-call rotation, providing guidance and support for critical incidents. ## Related Videos - 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