Senior / Lead Database Engineer
Company: Robert Half
Location: Wayne
Posted on: January 30, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Opportunity: Be part of a
dynamic team that designs, develops, and optimizes data solutions
supporting enterprise-level products across diverse industries.
This role provides a clear track to higher-level positions,
including Lead Data Engineer and Data Architect, for those who
demonstrate vision, initiative, and impact. Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and optimize relational database objects and data
models using Microsoft SQL Server and Snowflake. Build and maintain
scalable ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and streaming data using SSIS
and cloud-native solutions. Integrate and utilize Redis for
caching, session management, and real-time analytics. Develop and
maintain data visualizations and reporting solutions using Sigma
Computing, SSRS, and other BI tools. Collaborate across
engineering, analytics, and product teams to deliver impactful data
solutions. Ensure data security, governance, and compliance across
all platforms. Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and contribute
to continuous improvement within the data engineering process.
Support database deployments using DevOps practices, including
version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Flyway,
Octopus, SonarQube). Troubleshoot and resolve performance,
reliability, and scalability issues across the data platform.
Mentor entry level team members and participate in design/code
reviews.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science,
Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or
minimum 7 years equivalent experience). Minimum 7 years of
experience as a SQL Developer/Engineer. Strong expertise in
Microsoft SQL Server (2019/2022), Snowflake, CosmosDB, and Redis.
Advanced T-SQL, query optimization, indexing strategies, and
database security knowledge. Significant experience building ETL
processes with SSIS and SSRS reporting. Comfortable with database
deployments and version control (preferably GIT), and work
management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps). Familiarity with Azure SQL,
Azure Data Factory preferred. Excellent analytical and
problem-solving skills, with strong communication abilities to
explain complex technical concepts to all stakeholders. Experience
working in Agile/Scrum teams and contributing to process
improvement. Demonstrated ability to provide technical
leadership—mentoring, reviewing designs, setting standards, and
championing best practices. Technical Leadership: Mentor entry
level engineers and foster a culture of continuous learning and
technical excellence. Lead design reviews, set coding standards,
and advocate for best practices in database engineering.
Collaborate cross-functionally with analytics, product, and
engineering teams to deliver strategic data solutions. Identify and
promote innovative technologies and process improvements.
Attributes: Highly collaborative team player. detail oriented,
positive, and self-motivated. Excellent relationship-building and
communication skills. Strong organizational skills for managing
multiple priorities. Committed to continuous learning and staying
current with new technologies and industry best practices.
Keywords: Robert Half, Warren , Senior / Lead Database Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Wayne, Michigan
