Senior Database Engineer - Permanent - 19250

About The Opportunity A well-reputed, global software company in the Ottawa area is looking to add a Senior Database Engineer to their growing R&D group. As a recognized innovator in the customer engagement domain, this B2B SaaS company supports millions of transactions across North America, Europe, and APAC. Reporting directly to the VP of R&D, you will own the design, optimization, reliability, and protection of database systems and the entire data tier across the Microsoft SQL Server platform. Operating within an Agile/Scrum framework, you’ll collaborate daily with members across the Product and Engineering teams to build resilient systems that power high-velocity release cycles. While this software company has an office presence in the National Capital Region, they boast a fully-remote work model and welcome candidates across Ontario and Quebec. Duties include but are not limited to: Database Design & Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain scalable database solutions, including conceptual data models and instance configurations for SQL Server Performance Optimization: Monitor, troubleshoot, and tune existing database systems to maximize real-time transactional performance Security & Reliability: Define and implement robust security protocols, data backup strategies, and high-availability solutions Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with development teams to support new feature designs, future system capacity planning, and complex production deployments in distributed environments About You The successful candidate will have the following: Deep SQL Server Expertise: 8+ years architecting and scaling SQL Server database systems optimize high-availability, real-time transactional performance Production Environment Experience: 4+ years managing various DBMS (SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle DB, etc.) at scale in live, production environments Problem-Solving Mindset: Exceptional debugging, performance tuning, and root-cause analysis skills Agile Adaptability: Comfort navigating fast-paced product cycles and juggling shifting priorities seamlessly An Ownership Mindset: You take pride in clean design, automated workflows, and building data platforms that just work Technical Toolkit Core Systems: Master-level understanding of relational database theory, transaction isolation levels, and data modeling SQL Server: Advanced T-SQL mastery and deep knowledge of SQL Server internals OS & Scripting: Strong experience with Windows Server and PowerShell scripting, alongside comfort in Linux environments Nice-to-Haves: Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure (GCP, AWS, Azure, etc.) About the Job Our client is offering a competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $140,000 in addition to a generous vacation allotment and a comprehensive benefits package. LROIT How To Apply Please apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to [email protected]. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 19250. LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate. Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.

The role involves owning the design, optimization, and reliability of database systems across the Microsoft SQL Server platform. Responsibilities include implementing scalable data models, tuning real-time transactional performance, and collaborating with engineering teams in an Agile environment.

Candidates need over 8 years of experience architecting SQL Server systems and 4+ years managing various DBMS in live production environments. Mastery of T-SQL, Windows Server, and PowerShell scripting is required.

• Vacation allotment • Comprehensive benefits package

• ScrumSouhaitée
• AgileSouhaitée
• LinuxSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• SQL Server
• T-SQL
• Database Design
• Performance Tuning
• High Availability
• PowerShell
• Windows Server
• Linux
• Relational Database Theory
• Data Modeling
• Agile
• Scrum
• Root-Cause Analysis
• Capacity Planning
• Distributed Environments

• Software
• Data & Analytics
• Technology
• Engineering

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Postuler avant le

19 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level