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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Database Engineer - **Company:** Atlas Van Lines - **Location:** Evansville, IN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $39,520.0 - $56,160.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Program Optimization, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Warehousing, Database Design, Database Security, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Microsoft SQL Server, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Query Optimization, Power BI, Cloud Services, Azure Data Lake, SQL Databases, Transact-SQL, Azure Data Factory, Sql Optimization, Sql Server Database Administration, System Availability, Indexer, Microsoft Fabric, Information Technology, Data Management, Software Version Control, Server Operating Systems & Platforms - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59505406-database-engineer ## About the Role What You'll Need * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. * 2-4 years of experience in SQL Server database administration, database support, or a related role. * Strong experience supporting production SQL Server environments, including monitoring, performance tuning, troubleshooting, security, backup/recovery, and high availability. * Advanced T-SQL skills with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Experience supporting production incidents and participating in an on-call support environment. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. * Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams. * Experience with Microsoft Azure SQL and other Azure data services preferred. * Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, and cloud data platforms preferred. * Knowledge of data engineering, data warehousing, and ETL/ELT processes preferred. * Experience with PowerShell or other automation and scripting tools preferred. * Familiarity with CI/CD processes, source control, monitoring tools, and Power BI is a plus. * A continuous improvement mindset and passion for modern data technologies. ## Description We're looking for a skilled Database & Data Platform Engineer to join our Data Management team. In this role, you'll be responsible for supporting and optimizing SQL Server environments while helping advance our modern data platform strategy through cloud technologies, automation, and data engineering initiatives. This position combines traditional database administration with emerging cloud and data platform responsibilities, providing opportunities to work with SQL Server, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, data integration solutions, and modern data architecture. The ideal candidate is analytical, solutions-oriented, and passionate about building reliable, scalable, and high-performing data environments. What You'll Do * Support and maintain SQL Server production, QA, and development environments to ensure availability, performance, and reliability. * Monitor database health, capacity, and performance, proactively identifying and resolving issues. * Troubleshoot database and application-related incidents and participate in on-call support as needed. * Perform query tuning, performance optimization, indexing reviews, and execution plan analysis. * Manage backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions. * Administer database security, permissions, and access controls. * Support database upgrades, patching, migrations, and environment refresh activities. * Collaborate with developers, data engineers, and business stakeholders on database design and data requirements. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and operational standards. * Support Microsoft Azure SQL, Azure data services, and cloud-based database initiatives. * Assist with Microsoft Fabric implementation, administration, and platform optimization. * Support Azure Data Factory pipelines and data integration processes. * Contribute to data engineering, ETL/ELT, and data modernization initiatives. * Develop automation solutions using PowerShell and other scripting tools to improve operational efficiency. * Participate in CI/CD, source control, monitoring, and deployment activities for database and data platform solutions. * Drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance reliability, scalability, and overall platform performance. ## Related Videos - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [Optimizing Discovery: PostgreSQL's Role in Transforming GetYourGuide's Search](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1647-optimizing-discovery-postgresql-s-role-in-transforming-getyourguide-s-search) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [Data Analytics with Microsoft Fabric: End-to-End Use Case with Data Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1547-data-analytics-with-microsoft-fabric-end-to-end-use-case-with-data-agents) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)