Sr Database Engineer

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Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose‑driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU.

The Target Pay Range for this position is $‑$ annually. The full Pay Range is $ - $ annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job‑related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant.

Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
• PTO Program + Exchange Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

The Senior Database Engineer ensures application uptime by implementing and testing HA/DR solutions across on‑prem and Azure environments. This role drives performance optimization through proactive monitoring and tuning, leverages automation and Infrastructure-as-Code for efficiency, and resolves complex issues. Acting as a trusted advisor, the Senior DBE partners with delivery teams to recommend solutions and mentors to elevate technical standards.

• Design and Secure Infrastructure:
  Build and maintain robust, secure, and highly available database environments across Azure and On‑prem platforms that power BECU’s mission.
• Automate for Efficiency:
  Develop and manage automated processes using SQL, Power Shell, and IaC to streamline operations across the ecosystem.
• Create Impactful Solutions:
  Use tools like SQL, PL/SQL, T‑SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS, and Azure Data Factory to deliver solutions that solve real business challenges.
• Advance CI/CD Practices:
  Build and enhance pipelines for database artifacts, ensuring smooth deployments and continuous improvement.
• Monitor and Optimize:
  Utilize SQL Server Profiler, Extended Events, and Query Store to proactively monitor and tune performance.
• Be the Go‑To Expert:
  Provide escalated support and resolve complex issues to keep systems running seamlessly.
• Mentor and Inspire:
  Guide junior engineers and delivery teams through coaching, code reviews, and sharing best practices.
• Shape the Future:
  Collaborate with architects and product owners to define technology roadmaps and drive innovation.
• Champion Quality:
  Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes that elevate system performance and reliability.
• Share Knowledge:
  Present technical topics to the broader engineering community, fostering collaboration and learning.
• Stay Ready:
  Be available for on‑call support to address critical issues and maintain application availability.

• A Platform for Innovation:
  Freedom to design and implement solutions that make a real impact.
• Continuous Growth:
  Opportunities to learn, mentor, and advance your technical expertise.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Work alongside passionate professionals who value your ideas and contributions.
• Cutting‑Edge Tools:
  Hands‑on experience with modern technologies like Azure Dev Ops, Git Hub Actions, and Snowflake.
• Purpose‑Driven Work:
  Your efforts directly support BECU’s mission to serve members and communities.
• Career Elevation: A role that positions you as a leader and influencer in the database engineering space.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical or business discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of related…