This role is for someone who
thinks in SQL
, enjoys solving messy data problems, and takes real ownership of outcomes.
If you’re at your best when you’re trusted to dig in, figure it out, and deliver a durable solution — keep reading.
The quick and dirty:
We are looking for a
strong, independent SQL professional
with
advanced T-SQL and SQL Server experience
to own the health, performance, and reliability of customer data pipelines.
Your background should include working for a software development firm or software product company, where you used advanced T-SQL and SQL Server to support customer-facing applications, troubleshoot production data issues, and maintain reliable data integrations.
This is
not
an entry-level role.
This is
not
a hand-off role.
This is
not
a “run a script and escalate” job.
You will be trusted to analyze issues deeply, make sound technical judgments, and follow problems through to resolution — end to end.
Location & Logistics
100% Remote
Strong preference for Midwest / Central Time
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
No sponsorship available
Must be fully available and working by
7:00 AM CT
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range:
$90,000 – $120,000
Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
Stable company, thoughtful team, real problems to solve
What You’ll Own
Diagnosing and resolving
complex data and SQL Server issues
in production environments
Writing, reviewing, and improving
advanced T-SQL
(complex queries, stored procedures, performance tuning)
Monitoring and maintaining customer data integrations for accuracy, reliability, and timing
Independently applying and validating
software patches and upgrades
Managing multiple issues at once — thoughtfully, not reactively
Communicating clearly with customers and internal teammates until issues are fully resolved
Identifying patterns, root causes, and opportunities to make systems
better
, not just “working again”
Ownership matters here. When something breaks,
you don’t wait for someone else to think
— you think.
What We Mean by “Advanced SQL Server”
You have real, hands-on experience with:
Advanced T-SQL (not just SELECT statements)
Query performance tuning and execution plans
Stored procedures, functions, indexing strategies
Understanding how SQL Server behaves under load
Troubleshooting data issues that don’t have obvious answers
If your SQL experience is mostly theoretical or tool-driven, this won’t be the right fit.
How You Work
You’re comfortable working
independently
and managing your own priorities
You take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks
You think before you code — and your solutions reflect that
You’re curious, methodical, and persistent when problems get tricky
You communicate clearly, calmly, and professionally (especially when things aren’t going perfectly)
You don’t need constant direction — but you value good collaboration.
What We’re Looking For
6 + years of professional experience working with Advanced SQL Server
Experience working for a software development firm or software product company, with direct responsibility for advanced SQL Server work supporting the company’s software and customer environments.
Strong hands-on T-SQL with the ability to troubleshoot complex problems
Solid understanding of relational databases and data pipelines
Someone who loves to be customer-facing and thrives on bringing satisfaction to the table
Experience supporting production systems in Windows environments
Comfort working across VMs, VPNs, and customer environments
Strong self-management, prioritization, and follow-through
Degree in Computer Science, Data, Math, or related field (or equivalent real-world experience)
Experience with Power BI or paginated reports
Exposure to compiled languages (C#, C++, Java, etc.) Preferred
Why This Role Is Different
You’ll have
real ownership
, not constant escalation
You’ll work with leaders who value
clear thinking and good judgment
You’ll grow into broader responsibilities over time — development, consulting, or leadership paths are real
This role is designed to be
mastered
, not churned
Career growth isn’t a buzzword here — it’s expected.
Final Word
If you’re the kind of person who likes to
own the problem
, understand the system, and deliver clean solutions — this role will feel good.
If you’re looking for step-by-step instructions or light SQL work, it won’t.
How To Apply:
We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. It is as easy as one, two, three! Send an email directly to me, teambradley123 (at) gmail (dot) com and tell me why you’re interested. Message me here on LinkedIn. If you do have your resume ready to go, apply now on this site.
Setting Expectations
We’d love to help every single person who is interested and applies to this role. Unfortunately, too many people apply who don’t appear capable of doing the job. We apologize in advance, but we will not be able to respond directly to all submissions.
Sponsorship is not an option for this role.
This client is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This is a REMOTE ROLE!
26-15036, SQL Server Data Systems Engineer / SQL Server Data Systems Support Engineer (Remote)