Job Description A client of Insight Global's is hiring for a contract to hire database engineer. They are currently seeking a highly skilled Database Engineer with a strong blend of database architecture and engineering expertise to support a key initiative focused on database optimization and architecture review. This role requires deep hands-on experience with Microsoft SQL Server (MS-SQL) across both on-premises and cloud environments, with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability. The ideal candidate will be not only technically exceptional but also a strong communicator who can effectively engage with stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams. Youll be expected to clearly articulate, and implement recommendations, influence decision-making, and drive consensus on complex database design and performance matters  Key Responsibilities:   Lead the review and redesign of existing database architecture to enhance performance  and scalability.   Analyze and tune complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and indexing strategies.   Implement solutions for data sharding, partitioning, archiving, and purging to manage  large data volumes effectively.   Work across on-premise and cloud-hosted database environments (e.g., SQL Server on  VMs and Azure SQL) to ensure optimal performance and reliability.   Engage with cross-functional stakeholders, translating technical findings into clear,  actionable insights and recommendations.   Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to integrate database  improvements into the broader tech ecosystem.   Monitor, diagnose, and resolve database performance issues proactively.   Develop technical documentation and present findings to both technical and executive  audiences.   Recommend and implement tools and automation to support database observability  and lifecycle management. We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form (https://airtable.com/app21VjYyxLDIX0ez/shrOg4IQS1J6dRiMo) . The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) . To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ . Skills and Requirements - 5+ years as a Database Engineer or Architect  - Deep technical expertise in Microsoft SQL Server (MS-SQL), including T-SQL, indexing, execution plans, and optimization.  - Hands-on experience with both on-premise and cloud-based database platforms (e.g., Azure SQL Database, SQL Server on IaaS) Proficient in data modelling, schema normalization/denormalization, and capacity planning - Experience with cloud migration or hybrid environments.  - Knowledge of ETL processes, data warehousing, or data lake integration.  - Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for database CI/CD. Exposure to monitoring and observability tools for database performance (e.g., Redgate, SolarWinds, SQL Sentry). null We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.