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Principal Database Developer

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About Us:

Endpoint is an interactive response technology (IRT®) systems and solutions provider that supports the life sciences industry. Since 2009, we have been working with a single vision in mind, to help sponsors and pharmaceutical companies achieve clinical trial success. Our solutions, realized through the proprietary PULSE® platform, have proven to maximize the supply chain, minimize operational costs, and ensure timely and accurate patient dosing. Endpoint is headquartered in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Position Overview:

The Principal SQL Server DB Developer will serve as the strategic and technical lead responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing management of high-performance, mission-critical SQL Server code. This role requires extensive expertise in database architecture, high-availability configurations, performance optimization, and data security, with a strong focus on ensuring data integrity and system reliability. The Principal DB Developer will lead initiatives for automation and troubleshooting, acting as the top-level escalation point for complex database issues. In addition, this role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, provide mentorship to the development team, and drive continuous improvement efforts across all database operations. Ideal candidates will have a deep knowledge of SQL Server technologies, scripting for automation, and a proactive approach to managing cloud-based and on-premises database solutions to meet business objectives.

The role is available at our offices in Hyderabad and Bangalore.

Responsibilities:

  • Database Architecture and Strategy:
  • Develop, maintain, and enforce database standards and guidelines for DBAs and the operations development teams.
  • Performance Tuning and Optimization:
  • Develop, manage, and maintain monitors to identify issues in the data tier.
  • Analyze results and provide both SQL tuning and process development to get poorly performing code fixed.
  • Security and Compliance:
  • Work with the systems operations team to make sure the data tier is secure – to include encryption and access control as it applies to relevant regulations.
  • Perform regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to safeguard data
  • Troubleshooting and Incident Management:
  • Top level escalation point for all database issues.
  • Accountable and responsible for documenting and conducting CA/PA exercises in the event of a data tier issue.
  • Innovation and Continuous improvement:
  • Stay current with SQL Server advancements and trends, evaluating how emerging tools and technologies can benefit the organization.
  • Identify areas for process improvements and implement enhancements to optimize database environments.
  • Collaboration and Mentorship:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Developers, Infrastructure, DevOps, etc.) to support project needs and database integration.
  • Mentor junior DBAs and provide technical guidance, best practices, and training on SQL Server technologies.
  • Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience:

  • 8+ years of experience in SQL Server Database Administration, with proven expertise in managing large, mission-critical databases..
  • Strong knowledge of SQL Server high-availability solutions and clustered environments.
  • Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell scripting for database automation.
  • Extensive experience writing T-SQL stored procedures and performing query optimization and tuning.
  • Experience with cloud-based database solutions (Azure SQL and Cosmos) is highly desirable.
  • Experience with monitoring tools such as SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), SQL Profiler, Extended Events, and third-party tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Redgate).
  • Ability to interact effectively with resources from the functional and technical tracks on the project team.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks with shifting priorities is a necessity.
  • Must be willing to work on-call as part of regular work schedule and when required.
  • Process and detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Previous experience working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment preferred
  • Skills:

  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative approach to working with various teams and mentoring junior staff.
  • Staff management skills
  • Additional Information

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